Title :
Computer monitor recycling: a case study
Author :
Smith, D. ; Small, M. ; Dodds, R. ; Amagai, S. ; Strong, T.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Corp. Environ. Affairs, Sony Electron Inc., San Diego, CA, USA
fDate :
8/1/1996 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The total number of computer monitors being scrapped per year worldwide is predicted to rise to 30 million units by the year 2005. Monitors contain significant quantities of lead (in the solder and CRT glass) and polybrominated flame retardants, which are potentially hazardous if released to the environment. A recent study investigated the possibility of cost-effectively recycling monitors
Keywords :
cathode-ray tube displays; computer displays; health hazards; recycling; CRT glass; case study; computer monitor recycling; cost-effectiveness; environment; hazardous materials; lead; polybrominated flame retardants; solder;
Journal_Title :
Engineering Science and Education Journal
DOI :
10.1049/esej:19960403
