Our mission - "Reuse, don't recycle"

At CostPlusPhones, our mission is to make technology more sustainable and affordable for everyone. By choosing a refurbished phone, you are not only saving money but also significantly reducing environmental damage and health risks associated with electronic waste. Every year, approximately 1.5 billion mobile phones are sold globally, and millions of these devices are discarded after just a few years of use. This contributes to over 50 million tons of electronic waste generated annually, with mobile phones making up a substantial portion of that figure. Unfortunately, about 85% of electronic waste, including mobile phones, ends up in landfills or is improperly disposed of, causing severe environmental and health threats.

Mobile phones contain a range of harmful chemicals, particularly in their batteries. Lithium-ion batteries, which power most smartphones, can leak toxic substances like lithium, lead, cadmium, and brominated flame retardants when disposed of improperly. These chemicals can contaminate soil and water sources, posing significant risks to both the environment and human health. For instance, lead exposure is known to cause neurological damage, while cadmium can lead to kidney failure and bone damage. Additionally, burning electronic waste releases dangerous fumes, including dioxins and other carcinogens, which contribute to air pollution and respiratory problems.

By offering high-quality refurbished phones, we extend the life of these devices, preventing them from ending up in landfills and reducing the demand for new resources. This not only helps cut down on the 70% of toxic waste in landfills attributed to electronic devices but also reduces the need for environmentally harmful mining processes required to extract precious metals like gold, silver, and palladium used in new phones. At CostPlusPhones, we believe in providing value to our customers by offering phones at affordable prices with a limited markup, making sustainable choices accessible to everyone.

Choosing to reuse rather than recycle is a powerful way to mitigate these environmental and health impacts. When you opt for a refurbished phone from CostPlusPhones, you are actively participating in reducing the millions of tons of electronic waste generated each year, conserving valuable natural resources, and preventing the release of hazardous substances into the environment. 

Join us in making a positive impact on both your wallet and the planet, and help create a cleaner, safer future for everyone.