PETALING JAYA: The government wants to make it mandatory for consumers to send certain unwanted electrical and electronic items to places licensed to handle e-waste.The proposed change in the law aims to reduce harm to the environment and public health when such waste is not disposed of properly.
The proposed regulation covers televisions, air-conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, personal computers and mobile phones.
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