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Growth in the IT and communication sectors has enhanced the usage of the electronic equipment exponentially. Faster upgradation of electronic product is forcing consumers to discard old electronic products very quickly, which in turn accumulates huge e-waste to the solid waste stream. In this article, Akanksha Manish and Dr Paromita Chakraborty discuss the growing problem of e-waste in India and globally while throwing light on the impact of recycling e-waste in the developing world. They succinctly dwell on the challenges and opportunities of e-waste management in India.

Novel Technique Of Plastic Recycling - For Solving Global Environmental Problems

Researchers at Queen’s University Belfast have pioneered new technique to transform used milk bottles into kayaks and storage tanks.

3 mins

LEDs Green Devices Of Lighting Technology

A light-emitting diode (LED) is a semiconductor device that emits light when an electric current is passed through it. In this article, Dr Pradeep Kumar Mukherjee discusses the benefits of using LEDs for display and lighting purposes as they indeed prove very cost effective in the long run by saving a lot of energy. He takes us briefly through the history of development of LEDs while dwelling on the overall credentials of LEDs. The author adds a word of caution at the end as most LEDs available in India have high flicker rates not suitable for overall eye health. So, more research is needed on this aspect.

7 mins

E-Waste Management In India - Challenges And Opportunities

Growth in the IT and communication sectors has enhanced the usage of the electronic equipment exponentially. Faster upgradation of electronic product is forcing consumers to discard old electronic products very quickly, which in turn accumulates huge e-waste to the solid waste stream. In this article, Akanksha Manish and Dr Paromita Chakraborty discuss the growing problem of e-waste in India and globally while throwing light on the impact of recycling e-waste in the developing world. They succinctly dwell on the challenges and opportunities of e-waste management in India.

10+ mins

Water Crisis In The Current Century - Holistic Approaches To Tackle The Problem

Freshwater is finite and vulnerable natural resource on which all social and economic activities are highly dependent. In the 21st century, the global demand for freshwater will grow tremendously while the quality of supplies will continue to deteriorate worldwide. However, the quantity of freshwater is limited. The growth in world population, increasing demand for a higher living standard, and ongoing development are the main reasons for this rise in demand. The demand for healthy drinking water, for sanitation, and for agriculture and industrial production will increase as a result. The demand for water for food production will also increase sharply. In this article, Dr Anil Pratap Singh has made an attempt to examine the water problem from global perspective and has suggested strategies for sustainable use of water.

7 mins

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