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3. Health Concerns Humans are killed around the world by E-waste chemicals emitted in to the air.

4. Introduction E-waste also known as electronic waste is every day appliances such as computers, cell phones, video game consoles, TV’s, printers, and so on.

5. Stakeholders Greenpeace International Silicon Valley Toxics United Nations Environmental Program Electronics Take Back Coalition Businesses Government Individuals

6. E-Waste E-waste is a huge problem. Approximately 400 million pounds is disposed of every year. 26.9 million TV’s 205.5 million computers 140.3 million cell phones

7. Problems Incineration Landfills Exporting Stored Chemicals

8. Incineration When E-waste is burned toxic gases are released in to the atmosphere such as…… Lead Cadmium Mercury

9. Chemicals Lead poisoning can negatively affect humans hearing, vision, reproductive organs, blood pressure, memory, concentration problems, muscle coordination, and joint pains Mercury at high levels can damage human heart, kidneys, lungs, and immune systems. Chromium- humans can be exposed to chromium by breathing,eating,drinking, and skin contact.

10. Exporting About 80% of our E-waste is exported to developing countries such as China, Pakistan, and West Africa

11. Stored People store their e-waste in drawers, closets, basements, cars, etc. but sooner or later it ends up in one of the four major branches of e-waste disposal.

12. Conclusion If we all reduce,reuse, and recycle e-waste someday everyone around the world can live healthy lives.