Researchers found that 56 percent of electronic waste generated between 2006 and 2021 was not collected.

Improving collection and recycling could recover materials needed for wind turbines, heat pumps and cars, while strengthening supply chains and supporting the transition towards a circular economy.

Credits: envato elements; Author: scherbinaanna7;

Old electronic devices contain around 60 metals, but only a small number are currently recycled. Researchers estimate that gallium contained in electronic waste could reduce EU import dependence on the metal by up to 40 percent.

Recoverable tantalum could represent 23 percent of demand, while magnesium and tungsten could each provide 12 percent, highlighting the potential value of improving collection and recycling systems.

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