Developing Countries - Junk Yard for E-waste for the "Civilized" World
Do you ever wonder what happens to your old computer? Despite international conventions, developing countries have long been final destination for first world toxic waste but recently, they've been able to assist developed countries deal with another type of hazardous waste: computer component's. Unbeknownst to most of us, computers contain many hazardous materials that are extremely dangerous for the environment and human health, such as: mercury, arsenic, cobalt, lead, selenium, etc. Read BBC's articles: E-waste rules still being flouted and How to make computers greener to learn more about the issue.