Environmental Impact

91% less.
Same device.

A refurbished iPhone uses 91% less raw materials than manufacturing new.

Based on ADEME lifecycle analysis

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Less raw materials

Metals, rare earth elements, and plastics already extracted

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Less water used

Manufacturing is water-intensive. Refurbishing isn't.

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Less e-waste

Every refurbished device is one less in a landfill

"80% of a smartphone's carbon footprint happens during manufacturing. When you buy refurbished, that footprint already exists. You're just giving it a second life."

The Real Impact

See how choosing refurbished compares to buying new

Manufacturing New
vs
Buying Refurbished
Carbon Emissions91% less
New
70 kg CO₂
Refurbished
6 kg CO₂
Water Usage86% less
New
12000 L
Refurbished
1680 L
Raw Materials91% less
New
180 g
Refurbished
16 g

The Circular Economy

Every refurbished device extends a product's lifecycle and reduces waste

Manufacture

Device is built using raw materials

First Owner

Original customer uses device

Trade-In

Device is traded or sold

Certify

JunQ Market

We inspect and certify quality

Resell

JunQ Market

Device finds a new home

Second Life

Extended use, reduced waste

The cycle continues

Calculate Your Impact

See how much you're saving the planet with your purchase

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Your environmental impact

70kg
CO₂ saved
12.0k L
Water saved
0.18kg
E-waste prevented

Our Data Sources

Transparency matters. Here's where our numbers come from.

About Our Estimates

Environmental impact calculations are estimates based on average values from industry research. Actual savings may vary depending on device type, condition, and usage patterns.

Ready to make an impact?

Every refurbished device is a step toward a more sustainable future.