Reuse/repair
There are economic opportunities for businesses looking to make products last;
Taking, repairing and reselling business model can be highly profitable;
There are networks between businesses, third sector and charities, delivering social and environmental benefits for communities;
Some products are built with the sole purpose of breaking down to ensure a new one is purchased by the consumer;
When goods and products are in a state of disrepair, they may have materials that can be reused and repurposed;
Reuse and repair hubs can act as a space for community to come together and as a means of addressing social isolation; and
Accessibility of reuse and repair facilities is important to the growth of the sector.
Consumer behaviours...