Environmental impacts of cell phones

Did you know that the cell phone, no matter how small, can be part of a huge environmental problem? We cannot deny that the device has revolutionized and revolutionized people's lives on a daily basis. After all, no matter where you are, you can do countless processes, but little is said about the environmental impacts of cell phones.

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Learn how cell phones directly affect global warming

A smartphone is a mobile device with an operating system. It is this system that allows the element to perform various functions through programs or applications, which was common only on computers. The smartphone has become indispensable in everyday life, but few are aware of the environmental impacts caused by this device.

The process of creating a smartphone starts in mines from around the world, where minerals needed for production are extracted. In particular, tin, which is an element of great environmental cancellation present in smartphones.

These materials are transported to factories where they are improved at high temperatures and significant energy and are transformed into items such as: batteries, wires, chips and motors.

Thus, the formation of this device destroys forests, contaminates drinking water, degrades the soil, affects fish populations and damages corals. Studies indicate that each manufacture of a new cell phone emits an average of 80% to 90% of CO2.

How you can help the environment

• Resist the urge to change before the end of its useful life;
• If it breaks, try to fix it and not buy another one;
• Donate your old man to those in need;
• Sale to reconditioning companies;
• Make the correct disposal, in appropriate places;
• When buying, evaluate how it is produced and what the company stands for.

Technology by your side

In addition to all the tips above, you can use technology to your advantage and help nature. Using sustainable applications makes you build habits that are less harmful to the environment.

So, here are some options for you:

• Cataki;
• Virtual home;
• Yellow;
• Healthy etiquette manual;
• Get out of that bath.