ANALYSIS OF HOUSEHOLD E WASTE AWARENESS DISPOSAL BBHAVIOUR AND ESTIMATE THE POTENTIAL TOWARDS EFFECTIVE E WASTE MANAGEMENT IN KURUNEGALA DISTRICT

Abstract

The management of electronic rubbish (e-waste) has emerged as a critical issue in the environment of rapid technological progress and rising consumption. This study digs into numerous components of e-waste management, seeking to provide thorough insights into present approaches problems, and probable avenues for future research and action. Drawing on a combination of empirical research, literature reviews, and comparative analyses, the study investigates e-waste creation trends, disposal practices, regulatory frameworks, and technology interventions across varied geographies and circumstances. Findings emphasize the complex socio-technical dynamics underpinning e-waste management systems, stressing the requirement for interdisciplinary approaches and coordinated efforts among stakeholders. Despite advancements in awareness-raising, policy formation, and technology innovation, persisting barriers like as informal recycling, lack of infrastructure, and resource limits continue to impede effective e-waste management. The paper finds key limitations in existing research techniques, including data availability, sample representativeness, and cross-contextual comparability, and presents recommendations for future research to overcome these gaps. Furthermore, the study underlines the need of establishing a comprehensive and context-specific strategy to e-waste management, using stakeholder participation, policy integration, and technical innovation to encourage sustainable behaviors. By embracing these recommendations and working collaboratively towards a shared vision of responsible e-waste stewardship, stakeholders can contribute to building a more sustainable and circular economy, where e-waste is no longer a burden but a valuable resource to be managed for the benefit of present and future generations.