Why You Shouldn’t Throw Away Your Old Tech

We know it, you know it, everyone knows it: technology evolves at lightning speed these days, and it’s too easy (or too tempting) for us not to want the latest Apple release, smartphone model, tablet, or laptop. New features, better cameras, faster processors—the charm is real. And with the tech landscape becoming faster, we’ve started seeing our electronic devices as disposable items to throw away at the end of their lives, something we would have never done fifteen or twenty years ago unless it was needed. This shift in mindset has led to incredible amounts of electronic waste (or simply e-waste), with an average of 50 million tonnes per year! It’s pretty much the same thing that happens with fast fashion.
In today’s blog, we’d like to make you reconsider before you throw away your old electronics! There are plenty of other options, like our Sell My Phone and Sell My Tablet services. Plus, there are other creative ways that you might not have thought about! So, let’s explore how this approach could help both the environment and your pockets!

How does e-waste negatively impact the environment?
As extreme as it might sound, it’s undeniable that our phones or laptops often feel like an extension of ourselves; however, as much as we enjoy their company, it comes the time when we need to bid them farewell, whatever the reason. So, what happens when we’re done with them? Unfortunately, a lot of old electronics simply end up in landfills, contributing to the ever-growing e-waste problem worldwide. These discarded devices can release toxins and heavy metals into the soil and groundwater, turning into serious hazards to both people and wildlife. With only 13% of e-waste recycled on average, 43.5 billion tonnes are left to decay, which means they’ll still be there in four or five generations at least!
The thing is, many people don’t know that many parts of their beloved old devices can be efficiently recycled and reused, which is a great approach to reducing their environmental impact. At Mazuma Mobile, we’re pros at this! We rehome, on average, over 15,000 mobiles per month, making us one of the leading mobile phone reuse specialists in Europe! So, if you are thinking, ‘I should sell my Playstation‘, for instance, why not choose us? The planet will thank you!
How is the world of tech addressing this?
As climate change becomes a bigger concern by the day, more consumers are making eco-friendly choices, and manufacturers are creating recycling programmes, offering discounts, and committing to using recycled materials. Governments are restricting e-waste exports, and companies like us give old devices new life by refurbishing or reusing their parts! Sounds intriguing? Read why recycling with Mazuma is a good choice!