Analysing E-waste Management in Finland
Prajapati, Ritesh (2024)
2024
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202403063945
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Electronic waste is an increasing global concern due to its harmful influence on the environment and human health. As the demand for electrical and electronic equipment develops, it is necessary to develop effective methods for producing, disposing, and recycling in eco-friendly way. This research comprehensively examines e-waste management in Finland. The study looks at the present legislative framework, existing challenges, and possible opportunities in the waste management industry. The literature review provides an in-depth look at e-waste, covering its composition, lifetime, risks, and sustainable management practices.
The study found that Finland has a strong e-waste management system in place with successful implementation of the EU led directives. It has also been able to meet the target set by the EU to a greater extent. However, despite the country's achievements, there are still issues that must be addressed. These issues include enhancing small electrical and electronic device collection and recycling, raising consumer awareness, and building a circular economy for electronics.
Furthermore, the study concluded that Finland's e-waste disposal system is effective, but it could be better. Enhancing the collecting and recycling of small electrical and electronic equipment, raising consumer awareness, and strengthening the legislation are some of the recommendations for improved EEE management.
The study found that Finland has a strong e-waste management system in place with successful implementation of the EU led directives. It has also been able to meet the target set by the EU to a greater extent. However, despite the country's achievements, there are still issues that must be addressed. These issues include enhancing small electrical and electronic device collection and recycling, raising consumer awareness, and building a circular economy for electronics.
Furthermore, the study concluded that Finland's e-waste disposal system is effective, but it could be better. Enhancing the collecting and recycling of small electrical and electronic equipment, raising consumer awareness, and strengthening the legislation are some of the recommendations for improved EEE management.