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The Electronics Industry's Impact On The Natural Environment

When assessing how the electronics industry impacts the natural world, many use the terms ‘double-edged sword’ or ‘necessary evil’. Staking a claim as one of the global economy’s largest industrial sectors, what we produce in our electronics industry can cause damage but also do a lot of good. This blog will look at both sides of the coin and the importance of corporate social responsibility.

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Rare Earth Elements And Electronic Components: Your Questions Answered

When the average consumer picks up their smartphone and scrolls social media, they do not consider what goes into their device. Why would they? If they did, perhaps more of a spotlight would be put on controversies surrounding electronic waste (e-waste) and the rare earth elements used for the components of their devices. 

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How Environmental Factors Affect The Electronics Supply Chain

The electronic manufacturing industry has experienced an economic bubble marked by high demand and low supply in recent years. However, this bubble has now popped, and our market continues to level. Yes, the COVID-19 pandemic has contributed significantly to market volatility, but there is another force pulling the strings of our global supply chain: environmental change.

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