Materials That Matter

Traditional electronic devices often rely on plastics, rare metals, and other non-renewable resources that come with a hefty environmental price. When these materials get extracted from mines it produces extensive deforestation and pollutes water resources and generates high carbon pollution rates. The production of eco-friendly gadgets utilizes materials that either come from recycling efforts or result from upcycling or biodegrade without harm to the environment.

HP together with Dell builds their laptop devices from ocean-bound plastics combined with recycled aluminum materials. The modular smartphone company Fairphone concentrates on sustaining supply chains with conflict-free ingredients while maintaining ethical procurement methods. Apple has introduced the complete use of recycled aluminum for its product enclosures.

The new sustainable approaches help lower raw material consumption while facilitating a circular economy model which makes products artificial and sustainable throughout multiple use cycles.