What to do with our old phones?

This podcast episode explores the environmental impact of discarded smartphones and the potential for their recycling. It discusses the valuable metals present in smartphones and the growing industry of smartphone recycling in China. The episode also examines the trend of multiple phone ownership, the evolving role of smartphones in our lives, and the changing attitudes towards phones. It highlights the challenges and low recycling rates of smartphones globally, as well as the conflict of interest between manufacturers and recycling companies. The episode concludes by emphasizing the need for proper data handling, green design standards, and education on the importance of recycling.