We use them every day but from extraction to manufacturing, use and disposal, our electronics leave a considerable footprint on the planet.

Repair is essential to our society, and repairers play a crucial role, now more than ever. Yet, in many countries they’re not considered “essential”.

The EU Circular Economy Action Plan seems to hit all the right notes to make “Right to Repair” a reality in Europe. But what needs to happen next?

In a bid to make digitalisation sustainable, the German environmental ministry relased early March its “Environmental Digital Agenda”.

The strategy is in favour of ICT product’s repairability and calls for a European Right to Repair.

There are many obstacles to extending the lifespan of electronic devices that are often overlooked by policymakers. Our new report analyses what they are for laptop computers and recommends practical steps to reduce their environmental impact.