5 billion mobile phones to become e-waste in 2024

sustainabilitymag.com

The world has over 16 billion mobile phones, with 5 billion expected to become e-waste this year. These devices hold valuable resources like gold and silver, totaling over US$10 billion annually. In the UK, 2 million tonnes of e-waste is discarded yearly. Refurbished technology can help reduce waste, with eBay UK avoiding over 2.8 million kg of waste in 2022, equivalent to over 23.5 million phones spared from landfills.


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