Making sense of the headlines

摘要

A series of newsworthy events have surfaced in recent weeks, highlighting a growing challenge presently facing the electronics recycling industry. Responsible collectors and processors have known for years how to quickly and efficiently turn obsolete technology and leaded glass into eco-friendly profit. Yet, the illegal export of hazardous waste generated by CRT televisions and computer monitors continues to be an unsightly blemish on an otherwise clean and efficient industry. For this issue, the E-Scrap News editorial staff decided to explore some of the many factors influencing CRT recycling.