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Studies have shown that around 40-50% of the environmental impact of a mobile phone occurs during the manufacturing of the printed wiring boards and integrated circuits.[73] The average user replaces their mobile phone every 11 to 18 months.[74][75] The discarded phones then contribute to electronic waste.

Mobile phone manufacturers within Europe are subject to the WEEE directive. Australia introduced a mobile phone recycling scheme.[76]

FairPhone is an attempt to develop a mobile phone which does not contain conflict minerals.

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