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Evaluating the environmental impact of electronics production and the advancement in sustainable manufacturing processes

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The electronics industry, despite its technological advancements, faces significant environmental challenges across its lifecycle, from raw material extraction to e-waste disposal, including wastewater pollution, energy consumption, toxic material usage, and greenhouse gas emissions. This critical review highlights the industry's environmental impact, which rivals that of aviation, and explores sustainable manufacturing advancements such as biodegradable materials, green electronics, and energy-efficient technologies. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tools are emphasized as essential for evaluating and reducing environmental footprints. The review calls for collaborative efforts among industry leaders, policymakers, and academia to invest in sustainable practices, enforce stricter e-waste regulations, and adopt LCA tools to transition the electronics industry towards more environmentally responsible operations while maintaining its economic and technological significance.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17787607

Authors: Annankra, Joshua Asiektewen, Boateng, Yaw Sefa

Institutions: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Norfolk State University

Language: English

Topic: Environmental Impact and Sustainability

Subfield: Environmental Engineering

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7108329667

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