UN study shows environmental consequences from ongoing boom in personal computer sales

07 Mar 04
United Nations University

monitorsGovernment incentives are quickly needed worldwide to extend the life of personal computers and slow the growth of high-tech trash, according to a new United Nations University (UNU) report into the environmental consequences of the information technology revolution.

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