Test Your Knowledge

The E-Waste Quiz

Think you know your e-waste? Answer 8 questions about electronic waste, recycling technologies, and what T&T can do to improve. A perfect score earns you a trophy! 🏆

Question 1 of 8

What does "e-waste" stand for?

Eco-friendly waste Electronic and electrical waste Exported waste Emergency waste

How much e-waste was generated globally in 2021?

12.5 million metric tonnes 35 million metric tonnes 57.4 million metric tonnes 100 million metric tonnes

Which e-waste category has the SHORTEST average lifespan?

Temperature exchange equipment (fridges, A/C) Large appliances (washing machines) IT and telecommunication equipment (phones, laptops) Lamps and lighting

In Trinidad and Tobago, which category of e-waste has the HIGHEST annual recycling volume?

IT and Telecommunication Equipment Temperature Exchange Equipment (fridges, A/C units) Screens and Monitors Small Appliances

What toxic substance found in older screens and circuit boards causes neurological damage?

Copper (Cu) Gold (Au) Lead (Pb) Silver (Ag)

Which technology uses microorganisms to dissolve metals from electronic scrap?

Cryogenic Processing Bioleaching Plasma Arc Recycling Pyrometallurgical Treatment

According to research, what percentage of T&T's recycling companies agreed that awareness, education, legislation, and technical innovation are critical for improving e-waste recycling?

50% 65% 80% 100%

Which company launched e-waste recycling bins across Trinidad and Tobago in partnership with the Ministry of Planning and Development?

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