E-waste Challenge MOOC live event: Using international standards to tackle the e-waste challenge, ITU

Electronic waste is the fastest growing waste stream in the world. The harmful effects of improper disposal of e-waste are well-documented, ranging from the release of hazardous substances to the environment to increasing risks to human health. The sustainable management of e-waste constitutes an important step towards a circular economy, which is a crucial concept for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production.

Join us in this Webinar to learn more about the distinct advantages of using international standards to manage e-waste. The leading ICT experts at the International Telecommunication Union have been working closely with its diverse memberships to develop international standards (i.e. ITU-T Recommendations) that support the sustainable management of e-waste. From developing a comprehensive e-waste management framework to implementing extended producer responsibility policies, these standards can help to tackle the e-waste challenge and turn it into an opportunity for all.

Recordings and registration

• Wednesday, 01 April 2020 from 10:00 to 11:00 (session in English) CET - Register
• Thursday, 02 April 2020 from 16:00 to 17:00 (session in English) CET - Register

Content

1. Introduction - (5 min.)
2. Presentation:
   • The role of international standards in tackling e-waste, Dr. Paolo Gemma, (30min.)
3. Questions and Answers - (25 min.)

Background

The presenter, Dr. Paolo Gemma, is a senior specialist and representative of Huawei on issues related to energy saving and environmental sustainability. Dr. Gemma has extensive experience in the field of EMC and electrical safety. He is also the Chairman of ITU-T Study Group 5 Working Party 2 “Environment, Energy Efficiency and the Circular Economy” as well as Vice-chairman of the United for Smart Sustainable Cities (U4SSC) initiative and the Co-chairman of Focus Group on Environmental Efficiency for Artificial Intelligence and other Emerging Technologies (FG-AI4EE) at ITU.

Target Groups

Policymakers at all levels, Basel convention focal points, E-waste Challenge MOOC participants, Members of the ICT sector, Researchers and representative from the academia in related fields, UN focal points and other interested stakeholders.

Information for Participants

The internet-based software, Webex, will be used for the video/teleconference session which allows sharing voice and data, such as PowerPoint presentations. Webinar participants would need to use the following items: a computer, preferably a headset or a microphone and speakers and a good internet connection or otherwise a phone.

For more information, please contact:

Technical Assistance Programme

Secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions

Email: technical.assistance@brsmeas.org

Link to Website of BRS with information on the webinar