By Star Chang, posted Jul 27, 2011 at 5:26 PM, 1,911 views,

An Inside Look At The China E-waste Recycling Factory (video)

Electronic waste is becoming an increasingly pressing problem in China with the surging of the sales of electronics. It is estimated that the country will be producing more than 6 million tons of electronic discards in 2020. Among all kinds of wastes, E-waste is one of the most dangerous types. To dispose them correctly, special recycling technology and equipment are required. China Daily has interviewed an E-waste recycling factory in Beijing, now we can have an in-depth-look on how China is saving the Earth. Video after the break.

E-waste refers to electronic products nearing the end of their “useful life.” Computers, televisions, refrigerator, stereos and fax machines are common electronic products. Most of the E-waste contains toxic materials which can cause severe environmental pollution if not properly handled. The Chinese government has been encouraging recycling and centralized treatment of E-waste, because those staff can be turned into useful materials after refurbishment and extraction. Local E-waste recycling company will jointly funded by oversea company like Panasonic from Japan, bringing advanced technology and managing experience to the joint venture. China has been well-known for electronic waste, if you remember the electronic waste village which has discovered a few years ago. We hope China can build more of these recycling factory, able to properly manage their waste electronic.

Source: China Daily, People Daily Online