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New technologies are transforming the way e-waste is managed and recycled, offering innovative solutions to reduce environmental impact.
Electronic waste (e-waste) has become an escalating issue driven by rapid technological advancements, shifting consumer habits, and insufficient waste management systems. This pressing challenge demands a comprehensive strategy encompassing responsible manufacturing, extended producer responsibility, and enhanced recycling infrastructure. Implementing efficient e-waste disposal practices is vital for sustainable management, as it reduces environmental pollution, safeguards public health, and preserves valuable resources.
According to Expert Market Research, the global e-waste management market size was around USD 70.1 billion in the year 2024. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 11.8% between 2025 and 2034, reaching a value of nearly USD 195 billion by 2034.
Global e-waste generation is rising at a rate of 2.6 million tonnes annually and is expected to reach 82 million tonnes by 2030, representing a 33% increase from 2022 levels. In 2022, the global generation of e-waste totalled 62 million tonnes. Of this amount, approximately 14 million tonnes (22.3%) were discarded, with the majority ending up in landfills. The e-waste generated contained an estimated 31 million tonnes of metals, 17 million tonnes of plastics, and 14 million tonnes of other materials, including minerals, glass, and composite components.
As per 2024 records, Europe leads with a 42.8% formally documented collection and recycling rate for e-waste, while countries in Africa recycle lower than 1% of their e-waste through formal channels. Asia accounts for nearly half (approximately 30 million tonnes) of the global e-waste generation, though relatively few nations in the region have implemented legislation or adopted prominent e-waste collection targets. Per capita e-waste generation is highest in Europe (17.6 kg), which is followed by Oceania (16.1 kg) and the Americas (14.1 kg), with these regions also reporting the highest per capita collection and recycling rates, which constitute of 6.7 kg in Oceania, 7.5 kg in Europe, and 4.2 kg in the Americas. Additionally, 16 million tonnes of e-waste are collected and recycled outside formal systems in high- and upper-middle-income countries that have established e-waste management infrastructures.
Country | Target Description |
China | China aims to recycle 50% of its electronic waste by 2025, a target fueled by recent research predicting the accumulation of up to 6 billion used mobile phones within the country by that year. |
United Kingdom | The UK government has set a goal to end the disposal of e-waste in landfills by 2030, highlighting the need to reduce the environmental impact of electronic waste and promote sustainable recycling practices. |
Japan | In June 2024, the Japanese government partnered with the private sector to establish 10 e-waste recycling centers, aiming to process 500,000 tons of electronic waste by 2030. |
Australia | In December 2024, the Australian government introduced a national framework targeting the recovery of 80% of the country’s resources for a circular economy by 2035. Covering all industries, the initiative seeks to address the 22 kilograms of e-waste generated per person annually, much of which is currently exported abroad. |
Saudi Arabia | As part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which aims for 100% e-waste recycling through waste-to-energy and sustainability initiatives, the National Transformation Program (NTP) 2020 was launched in 2022. The program includes a target to reduce e-waste by 40%, supporting the nation’s broader environmental goals. |
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