refurbed

A lot of people still think there are only two options when buying tech – new or used. 📱 But there is a third category that is changing how we think about consumption: refurbished. Refurbished is not the same as second hand. A refurbished device has been professionally checked, tested, repaired where needed, securely wiped of all personal data, and prepared for its next life. It is fully functional and offers a reliable alternative to buying new. At refurbed, every product goes through quality checks by qualified refurbishers before it reaches a new owner. The battery must meet strict performance standards, the software is reset to factory settings, and every device receives a transparent cosmetic grade so you know exactly what to expect. Why does that matter? 🌍 Because the biggest environmental impact of most electronics happens before you even switch them on. Manufacturing new devices requires valuable raw materials, large amounts of water, and significant CO₂ emissions. By extending the life of existing products, refurbishment helps avoid around 80% of those emissions compared to buying new, based on our ISO 14040/44 certified calculation model. It is also one of the most practical ways to support a circular economy by keeping products in use for longer and reducing electronic waste. The result is simple: ♻️ High quality products that work like new 💚 Lower environmental impact 💰 Savings of up to 40% compared to buying new Choosing refurbished is not about settling for less. It is about getting more value from the resources we already have. 👉 Read more about our refurbishment process: https://lnkd.in/ek_KQPRy #refurbed #EWaste #CircularEconomy #RethinkNew #ClimateAction

People did not believe refurbished could be better. So we built the proof. 🎙️ For a long time, "refurbished" was seen as a compromise. Something used. Something risky. That was exactly the perception we set out to change. Building refurbed has always been about earning trust, one step at a time. Showing that refurbished products can deliver quality, reliability, and a better choice for both people and the planet. In this episode, our co-founders Kilian Kaminski and Peter Windischhofer reflect on the journey of building the start up. They share what it took to create trust in a completely new category, challenge long held assumptions, and turn skepticism into growth. 👉 Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/ddFyaumD #Podcast #refurbed #EWaste #SustainableTech #RethinkNew #ClimateAction

Europe wants to lead the circular economy, but when it comes to e-waste, we are still treating the symptoms rather than the cause. ⚠️ Too many devices are replaced long before the end of their life. And while recycling remains important, it cannot solve a system built around constant replacement. The next step requires action from both policymakers and businesses: 🏛️ Policymakers need to create the right incentives for repair, reuse, and refurbishment. 🏢 Businesses need to design products that last longer, remain repairable, and can successfully enter a second life. The good news? Circular business models are no longer just a sustainability topic. They are increasingly becoming a competitive advantage. In his latest opinion piece, our co-founder Kilian Kaminski explores why Europe's e-waste challenge is ultimately a systems challenge and what needs to change to keep valuable products and resources in use for longer. ♻️ 👉 Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/edmpp-8w #refurbed #CircularEconomy #EWaste #RightToRepair #Sustainability 

Not everyone buys a smartphone for the same reason. 📱 For some, it’s about performance. For others, it’s getting the best value for money. Some stick with the brand they know and trust; and increasingly, sustainability is becoming part of the decision too. What’s changed in recent years is that people are weighing up more factors than ever before. 🔍 Not sure where to start? Our 2026 buying guide has you covered: https://lnkd.in/ea7H7GK4 But for now, we’d love to hear from you:

Proud to see our founder Kilian Kaminski at the Austrian Federal Chancellery, sharing his perspective with Federal Chancellor Dr. Christian Stocker and State Secretary Elisabeth Zehetner on a question that matters to all of us: what does Austria need to stay competitive in the years ahead? 🇦🇹 His answer, rooted in what we live every day at #refurbed: back innovative companies with the right framework, accelerate the shift to a circular economy, and keep sustainability firmly on the agenda. Conversations like these matter. Strong collaboration between entrepreneurs and policymakers is exactly what will keep Austria at the forefront of building and scaling innovative, sustainable businesses. Read Kilian's full take below 👇 https://lnkd.in/d4r5aJCQ

☀️📸 Sun, good vibes, and the right tech to come along for the ride.🌴🎧 Whether you’re heading to the beach, exploring a new city, or spending summer weekends on the balcony, refurbished tech is ready for every adventure. From smartphones and cameras to headphones and tablets, your summer essentials can be both high quality and more sustainable than new. 🌍♻️ 👉 Find some inspiration: https://www.refurbed.ie/ #refurbed #Vacation #SustainableTech #RethinkNew #GreenInnovation #ClimateAction #RefurbishmentForGood

Making sustainable tech choices starts with transparency. That’s why we’ve updated our Product Footprint App, making it easier than ever to explore the environmental impact of more than 12,000 smartphones, tablets, and laptops available on refurbed. 📱💻 Developed together with Fraunhofer Austria and independently verified by GutCert according to ISO 14040/44, our methodology provides detailed insights into the environmental benefits of choosing refurbished over new. The updated database now includes expanded and refreshed data on: ♻️ CO₂ savings ♻️ E-waste reduction ♻️ Virtual water savings ♻️ Critical raw material savings (smartphones) ♻️ Conflict mineral savings (smartphones) Using technical product data such as battery capacity, storage size, production year, and screen size, the model calculates the environmental savings generated by extending a device’s lifetime through professional refurbishment. Today, anyone can explore the impact of thousands of devices directly through the Product Footprint App. Because sustainability should not be a black box. It should be measurable, understandable, and accessible to everyone. 📲 Explore the Product Footprint App and discover the impact behind your next tech purchase: https://lnkd.in/e6tirrjS #refurbed #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #RefurbishedTech

Holiday mode apparently also means screen break mode ✨ In our latest survey across Europe*, two things stood out: 💚 67% of people want to spend less time on screens during their holidays. 💚 And 76% said they could imagine going a full day completely offline. For us, that is an interesting shift. Because conversations around technology are no longer only about having the newest devices, but also about conscious use, longevity, and finding a healthier balance. 🧘 👉 Feeling inspired to try it yourself? A dumbphone might be a good place to start: https://lnkd.in/eAPY5yPc *The survey was conducted by the research institute Appinio among 8000 respondents in Sweden, Finland, Ireland, Austria, Czech Republic, The Netherlands, Italy and Portugal. #ScreenTime #refurbed #refurbishedtech #CircularEconomy #SustainableTech #RethinkNew #ClimateAction #RefurbishmentForGood

Last week we shared that Prof. Dr. Jan Kemper had been appointed Chair of refurbed's Advisory Board. Now it's time to get to know him a little better.🎙️ In our latest podcast episode, Jan joins our co-founder Peter Windischhofer to discuss what makes refurbed's journey unique and what comes next. Together, they explore: • why Jan chose to take on the role of Chair at this stage of refurbed's journey • what it takes to build a category defining company • how impact and business success go hand in hand • our vision for the next chapter as we continue building Europe's leading marketplace for refurbished products Having joined refurbed's Advisory Board in January 2025, Jan has already worked closely with our leadership team and shareholders. As Chair, he will help shape our long term strategic direction, drawing on decades of experience in leadership roles at Zalando, N26 and ProSiebenSat.1, alongside his board positions at companies including Appinio and Ryzon. 🎧 Watch the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/e4r_Srfe #refurbed #refurbishedtech #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction

Office Week is back 💚 We love how international and flexible work at refurbed is, and how much already happens across different countries, time zones, and screens. But that is also what makes weeks like this so special. Having so many people in one place, catching up between meetings, sharing ideas over coffee, and spending time together beyond the usual calls. To a very good week ahead! ✨ 👉 Learn more about life at refurbed: https://lnkd.in/ep-JBrtn #OfficeWeek #refurbed #refurbishedtech #CircularEconomy #SustainableTech #RethinkNew