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Hamzah Darus, . (2009) Problems and prospects of electronic waste in Malaysia. [Proceedings Paper]
Abstract
The issues of electronic waste are becoming universal problems that need serious attention of the government and general public. The growing quantity of electronic scrap will pose serious health and environmental problems if this waste is not properly handled and managed. The toxic materials in electronic waste can contaminate soils and our water systems. The challenges in managing electronic waste as well as the business opportunities created by it will be presented and discussed.
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Abstract
The issues of electronic waste are becoming universal problems that need serious attention of the government and general public. The growing quantity of electronic scrap will pose serious health and environmental problems if this waste is not properly handled and managed. The toxic materials in electronic waste can contaminate soils and our water systems. The challenges in managing electronic waste as well as the business opportunities created by it will be presented and discussed.
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| Item Type: | Proceedings Paper |
|---|---|
| Additional Information: | Available at Perpustakaan Sultan Abdul Samad Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia. mal QE 351 M664 2009 Call Number |
| AGROVOC Term: | Health hazards |
| AGROVOC Term: | Households |
| AGROVOC Term: | Electronics |
| AGROVOC Term: | Wastes |
| AGROVOC Term: | manufacturing |
| AGROVOC Term: | Electronic Equipment |
| AGROVOC Term: | Environmental pollution |
| AGROVOC Term: | Raw materials |
| AGROVOC Term: | Thermal treatment |
| AGROVOC Term: | Metals |
| Geographical Term: | MALAYSIA |
| Depositing User: | Ms. Suzila Mohamad Kasim |
| Last Modified: | 24 Apr 2025 05:14 |
| URI: | http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/12174 |
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