Rosli showing some of the prizes offered in two competitions organised by the Perak DOE to encourage people to recycle their e-waste this year.
AS WE embrace the trappings of a modern lifestyle, our homes have become cluttered with electronic appliances both big and small.
But as the pile of used computers, gaming consoles, mobile devices, batteries and other electrical equipment grow, the problem of their disposal or ensuring they are recycled becomes ever more pressing.
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Rosli showing some of the prizes offered in two competitions organised by the Perak DOE to encourage people to recycle their e-waste this year.
Ipoh City Council staff looking at the discarded electrical and electronic items in a bin.
Charroogesinee: Social media has helped to educate the community about proper disposal methods.
Meor Razak: We have a long way to go when it comes to recycling e-waste.
Ng thinks the authorities have succeeded in increasing awareness on the issue.
Many of the local councils, such as the Batu Gajah District Council, held their own e-waste collection programmes.
No longer useful: E-waste collected by Batu Gajah District Council during a competition held by Perak DOE.
A woman bringing a kettle and rice cooker to one of the councils as part of the e-waste collection campaign.
