What is E-Yantran ?
e-Yantran is an initiative under the broader concept of "E-Waste Ka Niyantran," focusing on the comprehensive management and regulation of electronic devices and the waste they generate. This program aims to address the pressing issue of electronic waste (e-waste) by implementing effective collection, disposal, and recycling processes, while raising awareness about the environmental and health hazards associated with e-waste.
Recent Mega Drives
What We Do
Collection & Management
- Establish collection points for electronic waste across multiple cities.
- Implement efficient disposal and recycling processes to manage e-waste responsibly.
Awareness & Education
- Conduct extensive campaigns to educate the public about the environmental and health impacts of e-waste.
- Promote proper disposal and recycling practices to mitigate these impacts.
Community Engagement
- Involve local communities and volunteers in e-waste collection and management activities.
- Foster a sense of responsibility and ownership among participants.
Expansion & Reach
- Strategically select cities for maximum impact based on population density, industrial activity, and existing e-waste generation levels.
- Include a mix of urban, semi-urban, and rural areas to address diverse e-waste challenges.
In its recent expansion, e-Yantran has extended its reach to nine cities across Maharashtra: PCMC, Sambhajinagar, Kolhapur, Nashik-Sinnar, Sangli-Miraj, Solapur, Ahmednagar, Malvan, and Srirampur. These cities were chosen based on several criteria to ensure wide geographic coverage and address diverse e-waste challenges
How You Can Participate
Volunteer
- Sign up as a volunteer to help with e-waste collection, management, and awareness campaigns.
- Participate in training sessions to understand your role and responsibilities.
Donate
- Contribute financially to support the program's activities and sustainability initiatives.
- Donate electronic devices for recycling or refurbishment.
Engage Your Community
- Spread awareness about e-Yantran through social media, posters, and community events.
- Encourage friends, family, and colleagues to participate in the initiative.
Corporate Participation
- Adopt sustainable e-waste management practices within your organisation.
- Partner with e-Yantran to support waste collection and recycling efforts.