Electronic waste management cost: a scenario-based analysis for Greece

Waste Manag Res. 2011 Sep;29(9):963-72. doi: 10.1177/0734242X10389104. Epub 2011 Jan 17.

Abstract

Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) is recognized as a priority waste stream internationally, mostly due to their volume and hazardousness. This paper presents an analysis for the quantification of WEEE management cost for Greece, taking into consideration scenarios for reverse logistics network's development and WEEE volume scenarios. Transportation cost, which represents a major cost element for any reverse logistics network, is modelled with the use of mathematical programming, targeting towards the optimization of locations for the development of required intermediate storage infrastructures. Additionally, overall operational cost and recycling fees are estimated.

MeSH terms

  • Conservation of Natural Resources / economics
  • Decision Support Techniques
  • Electronic Waste / classification
  • Electronic Waste / economics*
  • Greece
  • Models, Theoretical
  • Recycling / economics
  • Waste Management / economics*