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Indian origin scientist develops world's first microfactory for e-waste
IIT-trained Australian scientist of Indian origin Veena Sahajwalla has launched world’s first microfactory that can transform components from electronic waste items into valuable materials for re-use. Key Facts The e-waste microfactory uses green manufacturing technologies to turn many types of consumer waste such as glass, plastic and timber into commercial materials and products. It is ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2018
Topics: Australia • E-Waste • E-waste Micro-factory • Environment • Recycling • Science and Technology
India fifth largest producer of e-waste: Assocham-KPMG Study
As per recent study conducted by Assocham-KPMG, India has emerged as the world’s fifth largest electronic waste (e-waste) producer. India discards roughly 18.5 lakh tonnes of e-waste each year and telecom equipment alone accounts for 12% of it. Key facts The study has highlighted the concern of rising levels of e-waste generation in India in ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2016
Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs
Topics: E-Waste • Environment • Pollution • UPSC • Waste management