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Vladimir,
Most electronic
devices like phones and computers are built to only last about
2-4 years, even though they could last longer. This is all so
we will be forced to buy the newer model. But where do all
those old, outdated devices go? Because of inconsistent
legislation, a lack of research into e-waste recycling, and of
course the laziness and greed of those in power, much of the
world's e-waste is shipped off to developing countries. There,
the workers responsible for handling the dangerous chemicals
in electronics are often children who are not only
severely underpaid and exploited — they and their communities
are being poisoned by our trash!
Sign the petition today to urge Congress to pass
the Responsible Electronics Recycling Act (RERA) without
delay!
The U.S. created 59 million tons
of e-waste in 2019 alone and since there is no federal law
prohibiting this, most of it was sent to developing
countries. The toxic materials from our electronics
are getting into kids' systems and resulting in kidney and
brain damage, high fevers and muscle pain. But the toxins are
also seeping into groundwater where they poison plants and
animals and whole communities who rely on the water.
There is legislation that could prevent this horrible human
rights abuse. Sign now to demand the U.S. pass the RERA Act
immediately!
Thank you,
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Kelsey
B.
The Care2 Petitions Team |
P.S. Children
and their whole villages, including plant and animal life are
suffering due to U.S. policy around disposing of e-waste. It's time to stop the human rights
abuse! |
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