As Heather Clancy points out in her article about e-waste, it is becoming a growing concern for businesses and residents alike.  Her five suggestions can be followed on a personal basis.  If people would recognize this growing need and demand action, we all might be a little better off–especially those people in underdeveloped nations such as Ghana. 

As R2 and e-Steward standards are compared, keep in mind that GES is BAN accredited and follows a strict zero landfill/no exporting rule.

Once again the New York Times describes in graphic detail the effect of improperly recycling one’s used electronics.  Through these reports is the neccessity of responsible electronics recycling truly evident.  All of GES’ downstream partners are audited to insure that no electronics are shipped overseas.  To view the pictures, click here.

Here is a video from PBS Frontline that focuses on the e-waste problem in Ghana