Convenience, quality and sustainability.
In recent years, the refurbished smartphone market has been growing steadily as these devices are in like new condition, but at very advantageous prices. What many do not imagine is that in addition to saving money, choosing a refurbished device also means making an ecological choice because the refurbishment process extends the life cycle of the phone, postponing the time when it will end up in the electronic waste to be disposed of.
What is a refurbished smartphone
To better understand what are the characteristics of a refurbished smartphone, just think of a device that has been restored to factory settings after being tested in its entirety through the application of rigorous protocols. Once it is back in like new condition thanks to the expertise of specialized technicians, and using technologically advanced tools, it receives an assessment of its conditions. Refurbished smartphones are 100% functional because after numerous tests, any damaged components are replaced. Finally, the phone is carefully sanitized and placed on the market.
The complicated management of electronic waste
The management of WEEE (Waste electrical and electronic equipment) is particularly complex due to the materials used and the different processes for their proper disposal, especially in light of the environmental impact they can cause. Deciding to buy a refurbished smartphone means slowing down the production of electronic devices that have serious consequences on the environment. In addition, in this way the environmental impact is reduced by 80% and the greenhouse gas emissions produced during all stages of production suffer a decrease of 70%, this includes all the steps from extraction to assembly. In addition, the CO2 emissions resulting from the production of the devices reaches 95%. To safeguard the planet, it is necessary to apply the circular economy model which provides for waste reduction and energy saving, reusing the same products already in circulation or the materials they are made of. As in the case of electronic devices, smartphones and tablets.
The growth of a sustainable sector
The refurbished products sector shows constant growth, which sees the number of remanufactured devices increase exponentially due to the ever increasing demand from consumers. This is also confirmed by the greater attention of companies towards production sustainability, highlighted by the use of recycled material for the construction of components or in the search for solutions that have respect for the environment as their main purpose. Also in Italy, as in the rest of the world, more and more companies have decided to embrace the circular economy model, giving new life to devices that are withdrawn or damaged through the conditioning process. By opting for a refurbished product, you will make an ecological choice for the good of the planet and, at the same time, you will save on the purchase of your electronic device, a definitely responsible and convenient choice.
