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The Importance of Repairing Electronics
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The increase in electronic waste could be slowed down if people learned how to repair their electronics instead of throwing them away. By fixing our electronics, we would reduce landfill waste and consumption of raw materials, which could have a positive impact on the environment as a whole.
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E-waste is a major issue, with roughly 3.5 billion pieces of e-waste not belonging in our landfills.
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E-waste is a major issue, with roughly 3.5 billion pieces of e-waste not belonging in our landfills. By supporting local repair shops and keeping our devices in use, we can reduce the amount of e-waste and its associated costs.
ChapterThe Importance of Repairing Electronics
EpisodeYou deserve the right to repair your stuff | Gay Gordon-Byrne
PodcastTED Talks Daily
People are turning to websites, YouTube and resources like iFixit.com to learn how to repair their items, as there is a growing desire to be able to fix things instead of having to replace them.
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People are turning to websites, YouTube and resources like iFixit.com to learn how to repair their items, as there is a growing desire to be able to fix things instead of having to replace them. The European Union has put forth new regulations limiting adhesive use to make it easier for people to repair products.