Globally, Asia generates the largest volume of electronic waste. In 2022, the region generated over 30 million metric tons of e-waste, more than twice the amount of the Americas. E-waste that is not disposed of properly can result in toxic substances polluting the environment.
Generation of electronic waste worldwide in 2022, by region
(in million metric tons)
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United Nations Institute for Training and Research. (March 19, 2024). Generation of electronic waste worldwide in 2022, by region (in million metric tons) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 21, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/499921/ewaste-generation-worldwide-by-region/
United Nations Institute for Training and Research. "Generation of electronic waste worldwide in 2022, by region (in million metric tons)." Chart. March 19, 2024. Statista. Accessed December 21, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/499921/ewaste-generation-worldwide-by-region/
United Nations Institute for Training and Research. (2024). Generation of electronic waste worldwide in 2022, by region (in million metric tons). Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: December 21, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/499921/ewaste-generation-worldwide-by-region/
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