The problem with consumerism
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There are 71.8 million mobile phones connected and being used in the UK
4.2 million more than the UK population!
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We don’t even keep the tech we buy
A whopping 44% of people said they change their phone within two years 🤯
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Manufacturing new tech is bad for the planet
Most tech contains materials that damage the environment to extract, some are highly toxic too
Get started with buying tech sustainably 💪
We've teamed up with our friends Back Market to help you buy tech without the guilt.
Take our quiz to discover the best way to get started with buying refurbished items.
More about Back Market
They're a tech marketplace and certified B Corp, that help fight e-waste by keeping electronics in circulation for longer. Buying refurbished is a reliable alternative to buying brand new because:
It has up to 92%* less impact on the planet.
It delivers the same quality as brand new.
It makes great tech affordable for everyone.
*Based on the average carbon emissions generated between a refurbished and a brand new smartphone
Another way to take action…
Support Back Market by signing the UK Repair & Reuse Declaration
They’re on a mission for the UK government to recognise the Right to Repair. It’s a global movement fighting to ensure everyone has the right to fix the products they own.