Electronic waste: a logistical, environmental or educational problem?

Authors

  • Cristina Almeida Nascimento Oliveira Master's student in Teaching for Basic Education, IF Goiano, Brazil
  • Raiane Sousa Araújo Master's student in Teaching for Basic Education, IF Goiano, Brazil
  • Brenda Garcia Master's student in Teaching for Basic Education, IF Goiano, Brazil
  • André Luis da Silva Castro Professor Doctor, IF Goiano, Brazil

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17271/1980082720320245141

Keywords:

E-waste, Reverse Logistics, Environmental Education

Abstract

Electronic waste management (EWM) has become an urgent problem due to expanding consumption and device obsolescence. The present study sought to describe the interrelationship between EWM, reverse logistics and environmental education, and expand opportunities for sustainable EWM. To this end, a bibliographical review was made of scientific articles, and legal and normative documents. We found that the rapid growth and inadequate disposal of EW cause major socio-environmental problems. Furthermore, the reverse logistics system in Brazil faces challenges in EW collection that stem from a lack of knowledge and awareness in the general population. Environmental education in schools is an important tool for raising individual awareness and responsibility and finding solutions to socio-environmental problems. The most significant finding of this study is the importance of integrating school-based environmental education with e-waste management to effectively promote citizen engagement and participation in reverse logistics. Regarding social and environmental contributions, this study highlights the importance of environmental education in developing responsible citizens whose actions can reduce the negative impacts of inappropriate electronic waste disposal on the environment.

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Published

14-08-2024

How to Cite

OLIVEIRA, Cristina Almeida Nascimento; ARAÚJO, Raiane Sousa; GARCIA, Brenda; CASTRO, André Luis da Silva. Electronic waste: a logistical, environmental or educational problem?. Electronic Journal "Fórum Ambiental da Alta Paulista", [S. l.], v. 20, n. 3, 2024. DOI: 10.17271/1980082720320245141. Disponível em: https://publicacoes.amigosdanatureza.org.br/index.php/forum_ambiental/article/view/5141. Acesso em: 23 dec. 2024.