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Topic: E-waste

Electronic waste, or e-waste, is a growing global problem due to the rapid increase in the production and consumption of electronic devices, resulting in significant environmental and health impacts if not properly managed.

More on: E-waste

The podcast episodes provided focus extensively on the issue of electronic waste (e-waste) and its environmental and health impacts.

In episode "Deep dive: Reviving repair culture", the episode examines the growing e-waste problem, Europe's role in collection and recycling, and the emerging repair culture aimed at extending the lifespan of electronic devices.

Similarly, in episode "Fake electronics lead to e-waste, the pitfalls of compostable packaging and a greener refugee camp", a significant portion of the episode focuses on the issue of e-waste, particularly in Uganda, and the environmental and health impacts of improper disposal of counterfeit electronics.

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