Circular Economy

The world’s e-waste is a huge problem. It’s also a golden opportunity

There is $62.5 billion-worth of value in our discarded electronic items worldwide. Image: REUTERS/Tyrone Siu

Guy Ryder

Director-General, International Labour Organization (ILO)

Zhao Houlin

Secretary-General, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

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