Tech Tinker #3

As the Chair of Tech Tinkers, it was my responsibility to lead the production of the Tech Tinkers video which was published and shared in the school community which raised awareness about e-waste as well as our initiative. After the completion of the video, I was put into deep thought of whether it is ethically correct to donate old electronic devices to other local and GC partners because technically, in order to support their cause they have the right to receive new equipment, however, as an environmental initiative, it is also important to consider the environmental impacts of e-waste and how this can be reduced. This put me in a dilemma. However, ethically speaking, while people in need deserve new electronic devices to help themselves, it is also important to understand the purpose of using electronic devices. Our local and GC partners use these electronic devices in order to better support the people that are impacted by certain issues, therefore, now I have realized that donating old electronic devices is also ethically correct as it not only goes towards a significant purpose, but it also promotess environmental sustainability, a crucial aspect of today’s world. Therefore, through my participation in Tech Tinkers, I was able to reflect on the ethics of the action of Tech Tinkers as well as change my perspective of what is morally and ethically correct.