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The reality is, producing a new tech device costs the planet as it requires raw materials to be extracted through invasive techniques like mining, blasting, and drilling. Instead of adding to the billions of new tech produced each year— and putting a further strain on our planet— Back Market exists to extend the life of devices already in circulation ♻️🌎 You can learn about the true cost of new tech and how we’ve been tackling these issues, like saving more than 1.4 trillion liters of water over the past decade, in our Impact Report here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e6xbdrbM. Happy reading! #ImpactReport #BackMarket #CircularEconomy #RefurbishedTech

It’s official… Back Market’s first-ever Impact Report has landed 🌍 This report isn’t just about how we’re making our business better inside and out, it’s also about holding ourselves accountable for our impact on the planet. We’re not claiming to be perfect, but we’re taking action as a B Corp organization and shining a spotlight on how mass tech consumption is depleting our resources, and why a circular tech economy would help to combat this. Each chapter highlights our achievements and outlines our future initiatives, giving you an insight into our mission and vision as a business that champions circularity in tech. Find the link to our Impact Report below 👇 https://lnkd.in/e6xbdrbM #ImpactReport #BackMarket #CircularEconomy #RefurbishedTech

Mass production and overconsumption are two huge factors contributing to global e-waste, and while electronic devices are crucial in our digital society, the planet is keeping score. Promoting the circular economy and conserving valuable materials are just some of the ways we can help to mitigate e-waste impact. 2024 marks 10 years of Back Market and we’ll be revealing a special announcement very soon 👀 In the meantime, we’re asking the question…

 🌿 🌎 Exciting news! The French Tech Next40/120 ranking is out and GreenTech is in 🌎 🌿 Here at Back Market, we're thrilled to witness the prominent place now taken by GreenTech in general, and the #CircularEconomy, in particular. Shoutout to our friends at CertiDeal and VestiaireCollective!   GreenTech shines in this new cohort of the French Tech Next40/120, with 24 laureates, representing 20% of the selected startups. Companies like mylight150, specialising in solar electricity production, and ilek, offering 100% locally sourced green energy, or initiatives focusing on healthy and sustainable food such as La Fourche, providing access to organic products, or mobility solutions like Verkor, specialising in batteries, are prominently highlighted. Congratulations to all the laureates! Being a La French Tech #Next40/120 laureate underscores our commitment to becoming global technology leaders. Back Market's recognition validates our continuous dedication to innovation and growth, positioning us among France's top 40 most successful startups. A heartfelt thank you to the French Tech Mission for this distinction and their unwavering support. We eagerly anticipate collaborating with fellow laureates to further elevate French Tech's global presence, while strengthening our economic and social impact. #GreenTech #FrenchTechNext40 #Sustainability Clara Chappaz Marina Ferrari Bruno Le Maire Gabriel Attal Emmanuel Macron

🌎 This Earth Day, take a moment to think about your impact on the planet. One area where we can all make a difference is in our technology consumption habits. Here are four ways we are doing our bit to change the planet for the better… #EarthDay #Sustainability #RefurbishedTech #BackMarket

Net Zero is a phrase that dominates headlines and company initiatives, but what does it actually mean? And why should we care? #netzero #climatechange #sustainability

“France, it seems, has a certain je ne sais quoi when it comes to resale, offering a glimpse of what the US could evolve into if consumers’ appetite for secondhand items keeps growing.” Our US general manager Lauren Benton and Vestiaire Collective North American CEO Samina Virk recently spoke about breaking into the US market. Read on to discover how Back Market and Vestiaire Collective are revolutionizing the tech and fashion industries by championing sustainability and circular economy principles. ♻️ https://lnkd.in/e9y3u4RC #SustainableRetail #ResaleRevolution #Sustainability #CircularEconomy

How do you measure the impact of your company’s sustainability initiatives during the climate crisis? 🌎 Our Head of Sustainability Camille Richard joined experts Ben Christensen, Jennifer Stucko, Eddie Ingle and Yasmin Gagne at SXSW to discuss how we can achieve true impact that doesn’t just feel like a drop in the bucket. While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, here are the key takeaways: - Educate, don’t guilt trip. It’s important to give the power to the customer and show them they can make real change - Remember you are one of many companies in a supply chain. To have a real impact, everyone in the chain must have the same values and commitment. - Transparency is the key to a successful sustainability story and needs to be embedded into a company’s mission if it going to succeed. You can learn more about the talk here: https://lnkd.in/eXWpzr8N #SXSW #Sustainabilty #ESG 

“Take risks and step up for your ideas” We spoke with three of our remarkable female team members to delve into their thoughts on what being a woman means to them. You can read their inspiring answers below 💫 - Huge thanks to Tayssir El-Younsi, Chika Kobayashi and Mikayla Madigan #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2024 #WomenEmpowerment

Electronics manufacturers are starting to use closed-loop recycling to introduce recycled plastics in their devices. Here are some of the manufacturers looking to reuse materials: - LG Electronics is aiming for a 95% waste recycling rate by 2030  - Logitech is designing a new range of recycled plastic resins that are stronger and even offer a new color range  - Apple has pledged to achieve net zero climate impact for every device sold by 2030 But what does it mean? Our resident tech expert Kewin Charron explains what closed-loop recycling is below 👇 #CircularEconomy #circularity #TheFutureIsRefurb