In 2022, Europe was the continent that generated the most e-waste per capita, at an average of 17.6 kilograms. This was slightly more than the per capita generation in Oceania. Although Europe has the highest per capita rate, in terms of total e-waste generation, Asia produces the largest voume. The majority of e-waste generated around the world is from small electronic equipment. This includes products such as vacuum cleaners, microwaves, and cameras.
Generation of electronic waste per capita worldwide in 2022, by region
(in kilograms)
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United Nations Institute for Training and Research. (March 19, 2024). Generation of electronic waste per capita worldwide in 2022, by region (in kilograms) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 03, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/499932/per-capita-ewaste-generation-worldwide-by-region/
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