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The COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing lockdowns has drastically altered modern life Increased use of telecommuting for work, education, and leisure has led to a surge in demand for electronic products, which has strained both global manufacturing supply chains and upstream mineral stocks and resources In this paper, we discuss a prospective research and policy agenda that covers the technological, socio-economic, and regulatory aspects needed for an accelerated transition towards enhanced mineral resource efficiency and improved electronic waste management during the pandemic
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