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Abstract:The global market of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) continues to grow exponentially over the last period. As a result, causing the life electrical and electronic equipment is becoming shorter. The main objective of this study is as a preliminary study that will provide information related to the quantity and types of electronic products in the people of Surabaya. This paper utilized a questionnaire adopted and modified from UNEP as a tool to collect data and information are distributed randomly in five residential regions in Surabaya, with 480 respondents interviewed. The results also showed that the total e-waste generation approximately 6209.218 kg/year, which everyone will generate e-waste around 3,234 kg/year. In addition, the estimated generation of e-waste in the city of Surabaya in 2025 is roughly 19,748,171.98 kg. Generally, the respondents do not dispose of used electronic equipment, however, given or sold to collectors of used goods. Thus, it is very difficult to find the e-waste at the end of the shelter. The amount of e-waste in Surabaya will increase due to the average life of products is one of the factors that influence the growth. In order to increase public awareness of electronic waste, need to enhance collaboration among stakeholders facilitated by the government.