Universal wastes are waste streams that meet the definition of a hazardous waste but are very common and can be easily recycled. Universal waste includes: Batteries Pesticides Mercury-containing ...

It’s one step toward tackling a huge, complex problem It’s one step toward tackling a huge, complex problem is a senior science reporter covering energy and the environment with more than a decade of ...

All those old wires, cords, tablets, phones and other electronics aren't just taking up space in drawers and closets – they're also extensively covering the planet. A United Nations report released ...

(InvestigateTV) — In a world driven by internet connectivity and constant tech upgrades, the devices we buy are becoming obsolete faster than ever. “Electronic waste or e-waste is the fastest growing ...

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Millions of tons of discarded electronics from the United States are being shipped overseas, much of it to developing countries in Southeast Asia unprepared to safely handle ...