THREE KEY FACTS Circuit boards contain over 40 types of metals , including gold, many of which are hazardous. Up to 98 per cent of our e-waste is estimated to go into landfill, over 100,000 tonnes of waste. Across the ditch in Australia, it’s illegal to dump e-waste in landfills.
Kate Hall is one of New Zealand Herald ’s lifestyle contributors. Based in Auckland she covers sustainable and conscious living and ethical consumerism. OPINION There are hidden dangers in improperly disposing of your old phone, explains Kate Hall (Ethically Kate), and it can impact the environment.
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