With its burgeoning population and massive increase in the use of electronic items India is facing a huge problem of e-waste.

Mining specialized materials for a new phone generates significant CO2 emissions contributing to climate change, pollution, and other disruptions to the natural world. Each newer and larger model has the potential to mine more materials and emit more emissions. Furthermore, E-waste accounts for up to 70% of toxic landfills.

A recent radio channel announcement caught my attention as they are now offering to collect and safely dispose e-waste in association with an e-waste processing facility.

Mobex for instance is a leading provider of tested and certified refurbished phones, dedicated to reducing e-waste and promoting sustainability. With a rigorous refurbishment process and a commitment to quality, Mobex offers customers the opportunity to own high-performance devices at affordable prices. These carefully repaired laptops come with a warranty for their exceptional performance, dependability, and price.

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