- Rosie McDonald
- Garam Bel
Introductory
Event Organizer(s)
Description
In this comprehensive course, we will delve into the critical issue of electronic waste (e-waste) on a global scale. E-waste, comprising discarded electronic devices and equipment, presents a growing environmental and societal challenge. This course aims to provide you with a comprehensive overview of this issue, incorporating the latest statistics and legislative developments sourced in the Global E-waste Monitor and the Global E-waste Statistics Partnership.
Target population
The course is aimed at government focal points and any stakeholder interested to learn more about the topic. It is a foundational course and is suitable for any beginner in the field.
Kindly note this course is restricted to users who meet the following criterial:
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand what e-waste is and how different products of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) are internationally categorized.
- Gain understanding of global e-waste statistics, including consumption trends and drivers of growing e-waste.
- Recognize the impact of e-waste on human health and the environment.
- Gain understanding of how e-waste fits in a circular economy and the material value that can be recovered from e-waste.
- Understand how e-waste data is used to support e-waste regulation and policy development.
Methodology
This is a self-paced e-learning course which should take you approximately 1 hour to complete.
Assessment and grading
The course ends with a quiz (you will need 80% to pass), and you will be issued the badge after the completion of the course and the submission of the feedback form.
Training details and instructional approach
Defining electrical and electronic waste (e-waste).
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Global statistics on electrical and electronic waste (e-waste).
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Impact of e-waste on health and the environment.
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Recycling potential of e-waste in a circular economy and its relationship to sustainable development goals.
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E-waste legislation and transboundary movements.
Registration information
Unless specified otherwise, all ITU Academy training courses are open to all interested professionals, irrespective of their race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, economic status and other diverse backgrounds. We strongly encourage registrations from female participants, and participants from developing countries. This includes least developed countries, small island developing states and landlocked developing countries.
