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Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management
World Bank assisted National Agricultural Research Project (NARP) - University of Port Harcourt
ISSN: 1119-8362
Vol. 21, No. 7, 2017, pp. 1382-1391
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Bioline Code: ja17182
Full paper language: English
Document type: Review Article
Document available free of charge
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Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management, Vol. 21, No. 7, 2017, pp. 1382-1391
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Frontiers and Prospects for Recycling Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) in Nigeria
OKORHI, OJ; OKEREKA, EE; AKHIMIE, CO & ENEKWENCHI, KK
Abstract
This paper reviews the frontlines and projections for the recycling of waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE) in Nigeria. The paper identified the sources of WEEE, showed chemical
characterization of some WEEE components and presented measures to minimize these wastes through recycling
opportunities. It highlighted the perspective of WEEE trails and key reasons attributed to its generation. The
potentials for innovation in WEEE recycling were further discussed in line with elements of sustainability and policy
directions were proffered.
Keywords
Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE); e-waste; Recycling
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