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The EU’s repair policies are changing the way tech is designed

In the late 1970s, concerned by resource use and scarcity, German industrial designer Dieter Rams developed his “ten principles for good design”. Among other things, he argued for design that is long-lasting and environmentally friendly. Half a century later, his concerns are more relevant than ever. According to the UN’s Global E-waste Monitor, the amount of e-waste generated worldwide almost doubled from 2010 to 2022, and is projected to increase by another 32% by 2030. One driver is the growi...

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