Business Daily Thailand’s battle against e-waste
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Jun 17, 2025 Thailand is grappling with a massive influx of e-waste from developed nations, leading to significant environmental challenges. Illegal processing plants, often foreign-owned, are harming local communities and agriculture. A farmer shares how pollution from an unlicensed smelter has damaged his crops. The podcast dives into the dire need for stricter regulations and explores local recycling habits. It highlights personal stories as well as government initiatives aiming to tackle the growing e-waste crisis.
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Thailand's E-Waste Crisis Insight
- Thailand faces a growing crisis from imported electronic waste, impacting its environment and public health.
- Local recycling shortfalls worsen the problem as people often hoard old devices instead of recycling them.
Raid Exposes Illegal E-Waste Plants
- Thai Ministry of Industry officials conducted a surprise raid on a Chinese-owned illegal e-waste recycling plant.
- They found unlicensed operations processing vast amounts of imported electronic scrap without restrictions.
Worldwide E-Waste Problem
- Global e-waste production has doubled in 15 years and is expected to rise by 30% by 2030.
- Most e-waste is not responsibly recycled, leading to environmental and health hazards, especially in poorer countries.