What
happens to the electronic waste produced by the United States?
Profitable parts are taken out and the rest is then shipped
overseas to china/asia/middle east Developing countries.
What happens to e-waste after it arrives in developing
countries?
It goes
through a process of DIY recycling by the poorer people of the
countries. In this process burning and other methods that release toxic
gases and elements are used.
Why
does so much e-waste get shipped to Asia?
Because of the easiness and its cheap for the companies
involved.
What are the
negative effects of dumping e-waste?
No protective equipment so the people are exposed to
hazardous substances that are released during the processes used to
remove anything of value.
How
do the toxins in e-waste return to the United States?
Some products that come into the USA use or are contaminated
with metals and toxins from e-waste that left the USA.
What can concerned citizens do about e-waste?
Go to the website and find info including companies that
actually recycle the e-waste.
