PCS 8 Flashcards

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Environmental impact of manufacturing digital technology

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Includes raw mineral extraction, use of water, and energy use in production.

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Reducing environmental impact of manufacturing technology

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Reduce use, reuse existing items, recycle, lengthen replacement cycles, and design for repairs and upgrades.

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Define the term 'e-waste'

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Any form of discarded electronic equipment including digital devices.

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Benefits of responsible recycling: Save space in landfills

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Recycling helps save space in landfills.

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Benefits of responsible recycling: Reduces potential of leakage/fires

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Recycling reduces the potential of leakage and fires in landfills.

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Benefits of responsible recycling: Recovery of valuable metals

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Valuable metals like copper, silver, gold, and aluminum can be recovered.

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Benefits of responsible recycling: Less mining required

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The more metals recycled, the less has to be mined.

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Benefits of responsible recycling: Recycling plastics

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Plastics can be recycled into other plastic items.

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Effect of a short replacement cycle for digital devices

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Driven by upgrades in capability and the desire for the newest technology.

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Alternatives to a short replacement cycle

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- Keep devices for longer - Donate to someone without a device - Refurbish for someone without a device - Recycle them