WHAT IS E-WASTE

Electronic Waste, or E-waste, refers to electronic gadgets that are no longer wanted, malfunctioning, or approaching the end of their "useful life."

The ongoing challenge of figuring out the best way to get rid of used and unwanted electronics isn't a recent problem; it goes back to at least the 1970s. However, a lot has changed since then, especially in terms of the sheer quantity of electronics being tossed out today.

What's different now is that we have a term for this problem. After considering various suggestions, including "Digital rubbish," there was a consensus around the straightforward term "e-waste."

COMMON E-WASTE INCLUD

Home Appliances

• Microwaves
  
• Home Entertainment Devices
  
• Electric cookers
  
• Heaters
  
• Fans
  

Communications and Information Technology Devices

• Cell phones
  
• Smartphones
  
• Desktop Computers
  
• Computer Monitors
  
• Laptops
  
• Circuit boards
  
• Hard Drives
  

Home Entertainment Devices

• DVDs
  
• Blu Ray Players
  
• Stereos
  
• Televisions
  
• Video Game Systems
  
• Fax machines
  
• Copiers
  
• Printers
  

Electronic Utilities

• Massage Chairs
  
• Heating Pads
  
• Remote Controls
  
• Television Remotes
  
• Electrical Cords
  
• Lamps
  
• Smart Lights
  
• Night Lights
  
• Treadmills
  
• FitBits
  
• Smart Watches
  
• Heart Monitors
  
• Diabetic Testing Equipment
  

Office and Medical Equipment

• Copiers/Printers
  
• IT Server Racks
  
• IT Servers
  
• Cords and Cables
  
• WiFi Dongles
  
• Dialysis Machines
  
• Imaging Equipment
  
• Phone & PBX systems
  
• Audio & Video Equipment
  
• Network Hardware (i.e. servers, switches, hubs, etc.)
  
• Power Strips & Power SuppliesUninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS Systems)
  
• Power Distribution Systems (PDU’s)
  
• Autoclave
  
• Defibrillator