PETALING JAYA: Each person in Malaysia produces an average of 12.2kg of electronic waste (e-waste), the third highest in Asean. The figure is also well above the global average of 7.8kg, according to data from the Global E-waste Monitor 2024, published by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research. ALSO READ : Free pick-up services could boost e-waste recycling participationEngineer Termizi Muhamad, 33, said he sorts his used electrical and electronic items before sending them to recycling centres or mall kiosks. “More collection facilities should be set up closer to residential communities and private companies should be encouraged to allocate space for e-waste collection in housing area. To help the public properly dispose of e-waste, the Department of Environment e-waste portal lists registered e-waste collection centres and authorised points at https://ewaste.doe.gov.my/index.php/about/list-of-collectors.

Source: The Star February 12, 2026 07:23 UTC