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consumers to think it is natural to purchase new

devices after shgshrehonly a couple of years.
 “old” devices, like the iPhone 4 or iPad 1,
incompatible with the newest versions.
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expensive, but also because producing a
smartphoneshsehe is costly to the environment
 There is a cost to the environment, or an
“externality” in transporting these components
in the form of emissions.
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 end toxic gases into the air and endangering the

health of people in these poor countries.
 Consumers hardly realize that by continuing to
purchase these goods so frequently, they affect
the environment by increasing levels of
pollution
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Many consumers do not realize the
significant environmental impact of
their purchasing habits. The rapid
advancements in technology have led
to a culture of disposability, where
people upgrade their electronic devices
frequently, resulting in a catastrofic
amount of electronic waste. It is
essential to change our mindset
towards responsible consumption to
create a healthier and more
sustainable future for our planet.