Reusable Technologies, Ltd
About this good practice
The ecological footprint reduction strategies of Reusable Technologies encompass: diminishing waste output, extending device longevity, decreasing energy consumption, promoting sustainable usage patterns
Their mission: rethink, remake, reuse, repair, recycle, restore
Reusable Technologies strives for innovative technologies for the reuse of existing raw materials for new products. They also strive for save, sustainable and repairable products with which every user will be actively involved in solving environmental problems. The production of the products is almost entirely in the domestic environment. In the future, they wish to make all products 100% in the home environment. They recycle the waste correctly so it is recycled back to raw materials much easier and greener to avoid hazardous chemicals. Supporting the values of circular economy contributes to the common good, extending the life cycle of materials makes a huge impact in the long term.
Due to higher demand for products, their technological process is highly automated. Most advanced technology is mechanized to assemble the individual parts together. No chemicals are used in the final assembly. Their machines and robots run on optimized algorithms that use very little green energy.
Main stakeholders and beneficiaries of the practice are customers, suppliers, employees, local community, government and regulatory bodies, environmental organizations
Resources needed
No EU funds used.
Evidence of success
Reusable Technologies, Ltd. has exhibited tangible success in its WEEE endeavors in Slovenia. Having refurbished and reintroduced over 10,000 electronic devices into circulation, the company effectively extends their operational lifespans. This commendable initiative has averted the creation of more than 100 tons of electronic waste, concurrently achieving a noteworthy 15% reduction in carbon emissions linked to new product fabrication.
Potential for learning or transfer
Reusable Technologies Slovenia holds significant potential for sharing knowledge and facilitating learning with others. Their expertise in electronic device refurbishment and electronic waste management can benefit other companies, institutions, as well as educational and environmental organizations. Their successful circular economy models, electronic waste reduction practices, and sustainable approaches can serve as examples for learning and promoting sustainable thinking within the broader community.