E-waste in Europe: what’s working, what’s broken, and what’s next
SHARE THIS ARTICLE Electronic waste grows faster than many expect. In 2022, the world generated a record 62 million tonnes of e‑waste, yet only about 22–24% was collected and recycled – with projections pointing to a further decline by 2030. This underscores a critical imbalance: consumption is accelerating, but our recycling systems are lagging behind. Europe, though…