How to dispose of obsolete electronics safely and responsibly?

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You probably have broken headphones, old cell phones, parts of chargers and batteries that no longer work in some drawer at home. Unlike other waste we produce on a daily basis, it is not correct or safe to dispose of them in the same way. since electronics contain toxic materials that can be harmful to health and extremely aggressive to the environment , even compromising the quality of water in nearby regions.

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According to the 2017 Global e-Waste Monitor study, conducted by the United Nations (UN), Brazil is the leader in the production of electronic waste in Latin America , generating 1.5 million tons of this type of waste per year. According to the survey, only 2% of the total is recycled.

Check below how to dispose of your electronic waste safely and responsibly.

What is considered e-waste or electronic waste?

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There are a few things to keep in mind when sorting out electronics that are going to be discarded: do not disassemble electronics ; they must be intact for disposal. Likewise, if the device has a lithium battery, such as in cell phones and notebooks, leave it inside. of the product. For common batteries , simply dispose of them loose or in a bag at any battery or electronics collection point, which are also equipped to receive them.

Follow what the product manufacturer recommends

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The recommendation of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is that consumers should always first seek information about the disposal policies recommended by the product manufacturer. Brands such as Apple, Samsung, Motorola, LG, Sony, Acer, HP , among others, have a disposal channel and collection boxes located at authorized technical assistance centers or in their own stores throughout Brazil.

Find the collection point closest to you

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Nowadays, finding collection points for electronic waste is much simpler than it seems. In addition to usually being located in street shops and shopping malls, you can find them on specialized websites. See here where the collection point is collection closest to you.

What is considered e-waste or electronic waste?

Follow what the product manufacturer recommends

Find the collection point closest to you

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