Ecological and Health Risks in the Life Cycle of Notebook Computers: A Review

Abstract

This study was conducted to synthesize the impacts on the
environment and human health laptop usage. Research results
show that the production and use of portable machines causes
ozone depletion, global warming acidification, eutrophication,
carcinogenicity, respiratory effects, ecological toxicity, and
depletion of resources among many other impacts. Currently,
notebook computers are very commonly used, Majority of users
are not aware of the harmful effects of all processes related to
notebook computers from the time of manufacture, use and
disposal. Measures to handle notebook computers after disposal
are ineffective, and pose many risks to the environment. Many
recyclable and reusable materials have not been used effectively.
Therefore, it is necessary to raise user awareness and strengthen
the capacity of collection, treatment, reuse and recycling. From the
research results, it shows the potential assessment and planning to
develop an appropriate collection and treatment system to recycle
the flow of harmful materials and e-waste found disused laptops.
This becomes necessary in the context ofresources being gradually
depleted. The results provide important information for
manufacturers, users and environmental managers to pay more
attention to the effective use and management of notebook
computers after use