Analyzing present and future availability of critical high-tech minerals in waste cellphones: A case study of India
Analyzing present and future availability of critical high-tech minerals in waste cellphones: A case study of India
Pengwei He,Guangji Hu,3 Authors,Haibo Feng
2020 · DOI: 10.1016/j.wasman.2020.10.001
Waste Management · 27 Citations
TLDR
The volumes of critical high-tech minerals in waste smartphones and feature phones in India was evaluated and the corresponding implications can enhance the efficient cellphone management in India.
Abstract
Highlights • The amount of waste smartphones and feature phones in India was estimated.• The volumes of critical high-tech minerals in waste smartphones and feature phones in India was evaluated.• The corresponding implications can enhance the efficient cellphone management in India.