91% less.
Same device.
A refurbished iPhone uses 91% less raw materials than manufacturing new.
Based on ADEME lifecycle analysis
Metals, rare earth elements, and plastics already extracted
Manufacturing is water-intensive. Refurbishing isn't.
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
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
We inspect and certify quality
Resell
Device finds a new home
Second Life
Extended use, reduced waste
Manufacture
Device is built using raw materials
First Owner
Original customer uses device
Trade-In
Device is traded or sold
Certify
JunQ MarketWe inspect and certify quality
Resell
JunQ MarketDevice finds a new home
Second Life
Extended use, reduced waste
Calculate Your Impact
See how much you're saving the planet with your purchase
Your environmental impact
Our Data Sources
Transparency matters. Here's where our numbers come from.
ADEME
French Environment and Energy Management Agency lifecycle analysis
Apple Environmental Progress Report
Apple's annual environmental progress reports
European Environment Agency
European electronic waste statistics and trends
UN E-Waste Monitor
Global e-waste statistics and tracking data
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.
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Every refurbished device is a step toward a more sustainable future.