A 13-year-old in Ghana smashes obsolete monitors to salvage copper, illustrating the global impact of electronic waste generated by consumerism.
Synopsis
A 13-year-old in Ghana smashes obsolete monitors to salvage copper, illustrating the global impact of electronic waste generated by consumerism.
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Synopsis
A 13-year-old boy in Ghana breaks apart obsolete monitors to retrieve copper. Terra Blight follows the lifecycle of computers from production in the United States to disposal in developing countries. It contrasts the experiences of communities in Texas, where thousands gather for a video game party, and workers in regions overwhelmed by electronic waste. The film addresses pollution generated by consumer electronics and the challenges of recycling these hazardous materials.
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Why Watch
- See the impact of e-waste on communities in Ghana.
- Meet a 13-year-old salvaging copper from old monitors.
- Find out about a massive video game party in Texas.
Did You Know
- A 13-year-old in Ghana smashes monitors to salvage copper.
- The documentary features a 3,000-person video game party in Texas.
- Electronic waste is one of the most common toxic wastes on the planet.
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What is the duration of the documentary Terra Blight?
The duration of Terra Blight is 55 minutes.
Who directed the documentary Terra Blight?
Terra Blight was directed by Isaac Brown.
What is a major environmental issue discussed in Terra Blight?
Terra Blight discusses the hazardous waste created from the consumption of computers and electronic waste.
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