A Blockchain-based Iot-enabled E-waste Tracking And Tracing System

Abstract

The Rapid Growth Of Electronic Devices Has Led To An Exponential Increase In Electronic Waste (e-waste), Posing Significant Environmental And Health Risks. Traditional Methods Of Managing And Tracking E-waste Are Often Fragmented, Inefficient, And Lack Transparency. To Address These Challenges, We Propose A Blockchain-based Internet Of Things (IoT)-enabled E-waste Tracking And Tracing System. The System Integrates IoT Sensors And Blockchain Technology To Provide Real-time Monitoring, Secure Data Management, And Transparent Tracking Of E-waste From Collection To Disposal. IoT Devices, Such As RFID Tags And Environmental Sensors, Are Embedded In E-waste Items, Enabling Automated Collection And Transmission Of Data, Including The Condition, Location, And Recycling Status Of The Items. This Data Is Securely Recorded On A Blockchain, Ensuring Immutability, Traceability, And Transparency. The Decentralized Nature Of Blockchain Eliminates The Need For Intermediaries, Reduces The Risk Of Fraud, And Enhances Accountability Throughout The E-waste Lifecycle. The Proposed System Aims To Optimize E-waste Management Processes, Improve Recycling Rates, And Reduce The Adverse Impact Of E-waste On The Environment. Furthermore, It Offers Stakeholders, Including Manufacturers, Recyclers, And Regulatory Authorities, A Reliable And Efficient Platform For Monitoring And Ensuring The Responsible Disposal And Recycling Of Electronic Waste.

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