2022 saw a record 62 million tons of e-waste generated, with only 22% properly collected and recycled, while the UN predicts a 33% increase by 2030.

The United Nations (UN) warns that global electronic waste (e-waste) is rising five times faster than documented e-waste recycling, exacerbating environmental and health hazards worldwide. In 2022, a record 62 million tons of e-waste was generated, with less than 22% of the e-waste mass properly collected and recycled. The UN predicts that an additional 33% increase in e-waste production will occur by 2030, reaching 82 million tons annually. This alarming trend indicates the urgent need for immediate action to address the mounting crisis.