According to the international consulting company BCG, over the next 25 years, the volume of global e-waste production will more than double and reach 137 million tons per year by 2050.

Despite the high economic potential, only 20% of electronic products are currently recycled. In 2022, the cost of components and raw materials of used electronics was estimated at $91 billion.

To reduce the environmental footprint and develop e-waste recycling systems, it is recommended to:

• Raise public awareness of the possibilities and benefits of waste recycling
• Adapt legal regulation
• Create ecosystems of electronics manufacturers and recycling companies.