Shining a Light on Electronics Hoarding and E-waste (.PDF Download)

Driven by sentimental value, concerns over data security and/or uncertainty over proper disposal methods, U.S. consumers are holding onto their electronic devices even as they invest in the latest-and-greatest tech tools. The mountain of discarded devices (aka “e-waste”)—from smartphones and laptops to refrigerators and televisions—is growing at an alarming rate, outpacing the world’s capacity to manage it responsibly.