Electronic waste surges in Latin America amid lack of recycling laws

Electronic waste surges in Latin America amid lack of recycling laws

Growing demand for technology in Latin America has made the region a major importer of electronic devices, but it still lacks clear regulations for managing the resulting waste.

Easy Ways to Recycle Old Gadgets and Reduce Electronic Waste

By: Bryan Tropeano Let’s face it. Your junk drawer is probably hiding a graveyard of tech from the past decade. That cracked iPhone 8, your first Fitbit, a mystery charger you swear fits something. It’s time to clear it out—for your sake and the planet’s. Electronic waste is piling up faster than ever, and the solution isn’t just about making room for your next gadget. It’s about changing the way we think about technology’s life cycle. The Growi…