Interesting article for those thinking that those in developing markets simply want our junk. Not true. In some cases, our "charity" can backfire and hurt those we want to help. Not that I don't think we shouldn't try. But this is a bit ridiculous.
In a broadcast that was shared with me by a colleague, there's an interesting analysis of how e-waste can hurt those who we think we're helping.
I actually am a proponant of using technology to help those in emerging markets. But this shows there are ramifications that we need to consider.
Check it out here: http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/science/jan-june07/ewaste_02-19.html
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