Some countries that have e-waste recycling systems

Singapore:

Several e-waste recycling programmes have been initiated to collect e-waste. In Starhubs RENEW programme for example, any used electronic device can be dropped off for recycling. There are about 470 bins in 423 locations in Singapore now, including primary and secondary schools.

Malaysia:

E-waste collection points are set up by the Department of Environment Malaysia in Perlis, Kedah, Penang, Perak, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Melaka, Johor, Pahang, Negeri Sembilan, Terangganu and Kelantan.

Philippines:

A group known as e-waste collectors collect, accept and even pay for e-waste. One needs to visit their website and key in the details before they will schedule a pick-up. To find out more visit www.ewasteph. wordpress.com/ contact/.

Brunei:

The recycling centre, Green Depot, usually collects materials like plastic, paper, aluminium and also accepts e-waste. Locals can bring their e-waste to the Green Depot, which is open daily from 2pm to 4pm.

Indonesia:

The Jakarta

Environment Agency has a city collection programme. People can place their e-waste in boxes placed at its offices and at its information booth. It also offers free pick up for e-waste that is more than five kilogrammes.