Dealing with the discarded: E-Waste management in India
India is the third-largest producer of e-waste after China and the United States. More than 95% of this waste is handled by informal sector
New E-waste rules announced
Compared to the E-Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2011, these seem to be a welcome change.
How e-waste crisis continues to plague informal sector
Over 90% of electronic waste management is done by informal sector workers, most of whom are unaware of their rights
Mercury takes the shine off CFLs
Lower watt lamps use more mercury for extra glow, says study