What is e-waste and how does it impact the environment? Ecodemy’s vision is that Environment and Sustainability Education tools should be as common in the workplace as First Aid and Job Hazard Training. Our purpose is to deliver these tools affordably to build a foundation for a greener future. This Material Supports United Nations Sustainable […]
What is planned obsolescence? Bathtub curve (the typical rate that things start to fail) Brief History When did we first start to see this Where are we now Cultural or Perceived Obsolescence Artificial demand and scarcity Fashion (what is in and out of season) Vehicles Systemic Obsolescence or development of new tech Cords/USBs/Apple Headphone Jack […]
E-waste What is E-waste or electronic waste? What makes it a problem? Materials electronics are made of – leaching, unethical mining, etc. Planned obsolescence and high turnover rates for new tech Non-recyclable Laws – what laws are or aren’t in place to combat e-waste? Key players in the problem – consumers, government, electronic companies How […]
