Electronic gadgets as we know them today are an inextricable part of the digital age. Yet there is an emerging elephant in the room – the e-waste problem, which if not disposed of properly will have devastating environmental and health effects. Here we discuss the necessity of EPR registration in India and the way to reduce e-waste which is increasing day by day.
On defining the size of the problem.
Electronic waste (e-waste) describes discarded electrical or electronic devices made redundant by the end of their (useful) life. Such products include a myriad of items like mobile phones, computers, monitors, and others. Out of the number of e-waste produced in 2019, the world hit a shocking amount of 53.6 million metric tons.
Understanding EPR Registration
EPR, called extended producer responsibility, is an important area for e-waste management in India. All the Indian electronic products' manufacturers and importers shall obtain an EPR Certificate, proving their involvement in the use of the considerate e-waste management practices.
The Importance of E-waste Recycling
The E-waste management can provide solutions to the environmental pollution as well as to the health hazard created by the toxic material present in electronic gadgets. Besides, it saves resources, promotes energy efficiency, and facilitate building a sustainable future.
The building blocks of efficient e-waste management are:
Establishment of Collection Centres: The e-waste disposal sites which are located near to the individuals facilitate the proper disposal of e-wastes.
Segregation and Recycling: Sorting e-waste into several categories allows for efficient recycling of precious resources including metals, plastics, and glass.
Safe Disposal: Non-recyclable parts are not compromised by following disposal process.
Education and Awareness: Informative campaigns promote educative actions that teach the public on how best to dispose e-waste in an eco-friendly manner creating a culture of sustainability.
Government Regulation: The government as a leading force in this e-waste problem helps by putting EPR certificate requirements and fines for non-compliance with the codes of conduct.
In this context, effective EPR registration constitutes a major driving force for sustainable e-waste management in India. Electronic waste production and disposal are reduced due to the compliance by manufacturers and importers to EPR principles. At the same time, the human health is safeguarded. We can do it together using the strength of a large amount of work and a consciousness, and this is a sustainable future for generations to come.
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