What do you do with an old smartphone that you have replaced? What do you do to ensure your data remains private? To be honest, I’ve kept two old smartphones in the corner of my storeroom for years. I don’t mean to hoard e-waste...
One of the biggest challenges for developing countries to implement circular economy approaches is the lack of proper e-waste infrastructure. E-waste is a growing issue in West African countries like Ghana and Nigeria, where burning and dismantling...
The modern world has become so convenient with computers situated in every home and office. But when it comes to discarding them, they become somewhat of a burden. Many people are lost when their computers break down, not knowing what to do with...
Although DIY has been a trend in recent years in Japan, taking electrical devices or home appliances to repair shops is still the norm for out-of-order products. In this area of daily life, most Japanese people tend to rely on professionals as often...
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games is finally coming up next year. Japan is filled with anticipation and hope, yet bringing about various controversies at the same time. It is drawing attention in both positive and negative aspects. However, behind all...