The electronics industry thrives on the thrill of the new. The latest phone, tablet or laptop with the smallest, brightest or smartest applications tempts us to upgrade our equipment on a rolling basis. As each new gadget launches, the plans for its replacement are already underway. But what happens to the unwanted earlier editions of these shiny new tech toys? Electronic waste from throwaway gadgets is a huge international issue.
https://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/blog/stemming-rising-tide-e-waste
