Beyond awareness: the knowledge-attitude-practice disconnect in e-waste management in an informal settlement of Delhi

Background

E-waste is among the fastest-growing waste streams globally, with India being a major contributor. Safe e-waste management remains suboptimal, particularly among vulnerable urban populations, where limited awareness and unsafe disposal practices may increase environmental and health risks. This study assessed knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to e-waste management among residents of an informal settlement in Delhi.