SOLUTIONS TO ERADICATE ELECTRONIC WASTE:

To eradicate electronic waste, it was essential to implement a comprehensive approach that covered the reduction, reuse, and recycling of these devices. This involved promoting responsible consumption, repair, and donation of equipment, as well as ensuring proper management of electronic waste at the end of its life cycle.

Steps to reduce electronic waste: 

1. Reduced Consumption:

• Considered the Need: Before buying a new device, people evaluated whether it was truly necessary or if they could opt to repair or reuse the existing one.

• Prioritized Durability: People chose quality products that lasted longer and were easier to repair.

• Avoided Planned Obsolescence: There was pressure on companies to design more durable products that facilitated recycling.

2. Reused Devices:

• Gave Devices a Second Life: People gave away or sold working devices in second-hand markets, or donated them to non-profit organizations.

• Repaired Devices: Instead of discarding them, people considered repairing damaged devices, either through technical services or "repair cafés."

3. Recycled Electronic Waste:

• Participated in Recycling Programs: People deposited electronic waste at municipal clean points or at establishments offering recycling programs.

• Recycled Materials: Efforts were made to ensure that the materials from electronic devices were properly recycled to recover precious metals and other valuable components.

• Promoted the Circular Economy: Business models that promoted recycling and the reuse of devices, such as renting or buying refurbished devices, were supported.

4. Companies with Social Responsibility:

• Sustainable Design: Companies designed more durable and repairable products, promoting the circular economy.

• Waste Recovery: Programs for recovering waste generated by their products were established.

• Education and Awareness: Companies encouraged awareness about the importance of electronic waste management among their employees and suppliers.

5. Role of governments:

• Regulation and Legislation: Governments established regulations and policies that promoted extended producer responsibility, electronic waste management, and investment in recycling infrastructure.

• Public Awareness: Awareness campaigns were carried out to educate the public about the importance of responsible electronic waste management.

• Encouraged Innovation: Governments supported research and development of recycling technologies and electronic waste management.

By implementing these solutions together, a significant reduction in electronic waste was achieved, minimizing its environmental and social impact.