Handbook of Electronic Waste Management

Handbook of Electronic Waste Management: International Best Practices and Case Studies begin with a brief summary of the environmental challenges associated with the approaches used in international e-waste handling. The book's authors offer a detailed presentation of e-waste handling methods that also includes examples to further demonstrate how they work in the real world. This is followed by data that reveals the geographies of e-waste flows at global, national and subnational levels. Users will find this resource to be a detailed presentation of e-waste estimation methods that also addresses both the handling of e-waste and their hazardous effect on the surrounding environment.

• Includes case studies to illustrate the implementation of innovative e-waste treatment technologies
• Provides methods for designing and managing e-waste management networks in accordance with regulations, fulfilment obligations and process efficiency
• Reference guide for adapting traditional waste management methods and handling practices to the handling and storage of electronic waste until disposal
• Provides e-waste handling solutions for both urban and rural perspectives