The research is exploratory-descriptive, which addressed the social representations of the inhabitants of Cali in relation to the management of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). It was concluded that; in relation to practices, respondents have adopted behaviors that do not favor the efficient management of waste, in terms of knowledge the data show conclusive data that warn about the low diffusion of the Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan (PGIRS) and the regulations applicable current. Finally, the attitudes denote a positive disposition toward training and training in the subject under discussion.