Electronic waste (commonly known as e-waste) is a growing type of environmental pollution in the current era. Humankind’s excessive dependence on electronic devices has led to massive production, and even growing waste being added to landfills on a regular basis. On an annual basis, the
German automotive giant Audi has recently partnered with German-Indian startup Nunam to give the Indian rickshaw an electric makeover using retired EV batteries. This new partnership will launch a new pilot project in Indian markets in the first quarter of 2023. As part of the
We all use electronics in our daily life, but rarely stop to ponder where it all goes at the end of life. Unfortunately, most of it ends up in landfills, fueling the environmental crisis. However, Bangalore-based eco-artist, Vishwanath Mallabadi Davangere has made this e-waste his
After you are done stuffing your turkey and then yourself with the turkey, it will be time for the biggest shopping day of the year. Black Friday is here and with an avalanche of advertising in shop windows and online, it is quite difficult to
E-waste is emerging at a rapid pace globally and it has become one of the fastest-growing waste streams on the earth. Not only electronic-waste is one of the most toxic waste out there but it is also one that’s very difficult to refurbish. India happens
The quantity of electronic waste (E-Waste) is increasing rapidly, generating approximately fifty-five million tons of junk – out of which around nine million tons contain non-reused glass. With the latest advancements in technology, Common Sands – Forite is using glass from electronic waste to make
E-waste is rising at a rapid pace and has become one of the fastest-growing waste streams on the earth. Electronic wastes have many adverse effects on the ecosystem, more than one can imagine, as it comprises of harmful chemicals like mercury, lead, beryllium, etc. In
In this fast pacing world, things are discarded as soon as they are purchased. The ever-evolving technology offers alluring gadgets everyday and people throw the existing ones into the garbage. This whole mechanism leads to a gigantic pile of electronic-waste, which pollutes the ecosystems. A