074. smartphone lifecycle: from mine to bin (ks3)
Trace the lifecycle of a smartphone from mining raw materials to manufacturing and disposal to understand the true environmental cost of technology.
Your smartphone might look sleek and clean, but its journey to your pocket was a messy one. In this lesson, we will map out the complete lifecycle of a smartphone. From mining raw materials in distant countries to the energy used in massive factories, you will discover the true environmental cost of creating our favourite digital devices.
Last modified: March 26th, 2026
