Worst Offenders- E- waste(electronics)
The countries which lead in per capita production of e-waste are nine European countries, namely Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, Denmark, UK, Netherlands, Sweden, France, and Austria, as well as the USA. These are all rich developed countries, with a consumerist culture. With ample disposable income, people upgrade their technology frequently as it becomes available, and frequently own numbers of an product.
Most countries however do not have the facilities to deal with the volume or toxic nature of e-waste. Recycling is also an expensive process,especially when it is done properly with secure and safe technology and conditions. So many countries export waste is to Asia and Africa, where the rules governing e-waste management are lax. In Europe, 47% of the e-waste export, and 50-80% of e-waste export was found to be illegal. The Asian and African countries, however, do not have adequate technology or the means to handle the e-waste. People, including children handle toxic components with bare hands, leading to health problems.