That forecast, based on data compiled by "Solving the E-Waste Problem (StEP) Initiative" — a partnership of UN organizations, industry, governments, non-government and science organizations— ...
Around the world, waste generation rates are rising. In 2020, the world was estimated to generate 2.24 billion tonnes of solid waste, amounting to a footprint of 0.79 kilograms per person per day.
MENA waste generation hits 155M tonnes; 67% poorly managed, World Bank says Region risks $7.2B in yearly environmental damage, plastic pollution rising Waste could double by 2050; $23B annual ...