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Abstract : The discarded electronic products produce electronic garbage, or “e-waste.” In recent decades, there has been an enormous growth in the production of electronic trash. Almost two metric tons more electronic garbage are generated annually globally. According to estimates, about 74 Mt of electronic scrap will likely be produced in 2030. Hazardous substances, including lead, mercury, nickel, and cadmium, are released into the atmosphere by e-waste and eventually end up in soil, sediment, groundwater throughout the world and surface-water bodies. The environment’s exposure to hazardous metals harms plant life, aquatic life, and human health. As a result, e-waste disposal needs to be done correctly and has become a global issue. Numerous remediation methods are now used, but nano-phytoremediation combines nanotechnology and phytotechnology to eliminate e-waste from depleted resources. Nano-phytoremediation offers a way to manage and clean up environmentally safe soil settings without harming the environment. Nanomaterials (NMs) are highly sought-after for competitive soil remediation solutions because of their higher surface area, numerous active sites, and significant adsorption efficiency. This chapter critically reviews the most recent advancements and research on using nanophytoremediation to remove e-waste successfully and sustainably from the soil.