Implications of the pandemic-induced electronic equipment demand surge on essential technology metals

Cleaner and Responsible Consumption

Krista Danielle S. Yu¹  Derrick Ethelbhert C. Yu²  Raymond R. Tan³ 

[1] Corresponding author.;Chemistry Department, De La Salle University, 2401 Taft Ave, Manila, Philippines;School of Economics, De La Salle University, 2401 Taft Ave, Manila, Philippines;

关键词: COVID-19;    Supply chains;    Technology metals;    Resource depletion;    Electronic waste;    Planned obsolescence;   

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来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

The COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing lockdowns has drastically altered modern life. Increased use of telecommuting for work, education, and leisure has led to a surge in demand for electronic products, which has strained both global manufacturing supply chains and upstream mineral stocks and resources. In this paper, we discuss a prospective research and policy agenda that covers the technological, socio-economic, and regulatory aspects needed for an accelerated transition towards enhanced mineral resource efficiency and improved electronic waste management during the pandemic and its aftermath.

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