| Title |
Circular economy potential of e-waste collectors, dismantlers, and recyclers of Maharashtra: a case study |
| ID_Doc |
3072 |
| Authors |
Singh, A; Panchal, R; Naik, M |
| Title |
Circular economy potential of e-waste collectors, dismantlers, and recyclers of Maharashtra: a case study |
| Year |
2020 |
| Published |
Environmental Science And Pollution Research, 27, 17 |
| DOI |
10.1007/s11356-020-08320-3 |
| Abstract |
The paper investigates the potential of circular economy of authorized e-waste collectors, dismantlers, and recyclers of Maharashtra. The study determines the drivers and barriers associated with e-waste collection in the region. Furthermore, it explores the handling techniques including dismantling, recycling, and scrap disposal. This is done through a case study of a recycling company based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. A questionnaire-based survey is used to study e-waste processing units. The qualitative analysis of the questionnaire shows that lack of awareness of environmental impact is the greatest constraint in the collection of e-waste and data security is the most crucial driver for enhancing the collection of e-waste. The case study reveals that the quantity and type of e-waste are more important than the distance between the processing unit and the collection point. It discloses that the primary factor for building trust between e-waste collectors and waste holders is data security. |
| Author Keywords |
E-waste; Circular Economy; E-waste collection; Drivers; Barriers |
| Index Keywords |
Index Keywords |
| Document Type |
Other |
| Open Access |
Open Access |
| Source |
Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED); Social Science Citation Index (SSCI) |
| EID |
WOS:000526230700003 |
| WoS Category |
Environmental Sciences |
| Research Area |
Environmental Sciences & Ecology |
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