34.6.1. Resource Consumption and E-Waste

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is e-waste?

   Hint

   Think about the types of devices that might be thrown away.

2. 2.

   Provide one method to reduce resource consumption in automation.

   Hint

   Focus on saving energy.

3. 3.

   What does e-waste refer to?

   • A type of energy resource
   • Discarded electronic devices
   • Recyclable materials

   Hint

   Think about what happens to electronics we throw away.

4. 4.

   True or False: E-waste does not pose significant environmental risks.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the materials in electronics.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the environmental impact of an automated factory producing gadgets without recycling considerations.

   Hint

   Consider the end-of-life phase for the gadgets.

6. 6.

   Propose a design for an automated system that minimizes resource consumption and e-waste.

   Hint

   What strategies can you include to ensure the system is eco-friendly?