Case study Circular Economy: Revendo – A pioneer in the sustainable use of electronics

Initial situation:

In the modern world, the production of electronic devices is constantly increasing, which also increases the amount of e-waste. Many of these devices, especially smartphones and tablets, are often replaced before their actual service life has been reached. This leads to a considerable waste of resources and an increasing environmental impact.

Challenge:

The constant purchase of new electronic devices and the premature replacement of functioning devices not only lead to an enormous waste of resources, but also to a growing environmental impact from electronic waste. There is a need to reverse this trend and find a sustainable solution for dealing with electronics.

Solution: Revendo, a Swiss start-up, has risen to this challenge. Instead of following the trend of constantly buying new appliances, the company buys used electrical appliances, refurbishes them professionally and then resells them. This not only extends the useful life of the appliances, but also offers consumers a cheaper alternative to brand new products. This approach conserves resources, reduces the CO2 footprint and creates jobs in the region at the same time.

Inspiration for SMEs:

Revendo impressively demonstrates that sustainability and economic success can go hand in hand. It’s not just about being environmentally friendly, but also about generating long-term economic value and giving something back to society at the same time.