Electronic waste is one of the fastest-growing waste streams globally, with millions of tonnes discarded each year. The production of new laptops, smartphones, and other consumer electronics generates substantial carbon emissions, consuming vast amounts of energy and raw materials

• Over 62 million metric tonnes of e-waste were generated globally in 2022, with an expected increase to 82 million metric tonnes by 2030.
• Less than 20% of e-waste is formally recycled, with the rest ending up in landfills or being improperly processed.

Manufacturing new electronics is energy-intensive. The production of a single laptop generates approximately 300 kg of CO₂, with significant emissions stemming from mining, raw material processing, and assembly. By refurbishing and re-purposing spare parts, we can reduce demand for new components, significantly cutting CO₂ emissions associated with electronics production.

At Greenbridge, we focus on recovering, refurbishing, and repurposing spare parts from laptops and other electronics to extend product lifespans. Our approach prevents the need for new component manufacturing, resulting in significant CO₂ savings from a variety of sources:

1. Spare parts recovered and reused
2. Reduction in new production emissions
3. Efficient refurbishment processes
4. Extending product lifespan