Refurbished products are finally having their moment and in New South Wales, it’s more than just a trend. It’s policy.
With growing pressure on businesses to reduce waste and carbon emissions, the NSW Government is leading the charge on circular economy legislation. That includes supporting the sale, use, and reuse of refurbished electronics, a big win for sustainable brands like us.
Here’s what’s changing, and what it means for you.
NSW Circular Economy Strategy: A Refresher
In 2021, the NSW Government launched its 20-Year Waste Strategy, committing to cutting waste generation by 10% per person and tripling the recycling rate of plastics by 2030.
More recently, this has evolved into the NSW Circular Economy Policy, which encourages businesses and consumers to move away from “take-make-dispose” models and embrace reuse, repair, and refurbishment.
This means refurbished electronics including smartphones, laptops, tablets and accessories, are no longer second-class citizens. They’re now a preferred option.
Why This Is a Big Deal for Businesses
Under these new laws and recommendations, NSW businesses are being encouraged to:
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Procure refurbished tech instead of new where possible
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Report on sustainability goals in tenders and RFPs
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Reduce landfill contribution via reuse and take-back schemes
Choosing refurbished gear through providers like Sloop can help meet these objectives while keeping costs low.
For example, a Sydney-based startup can now rent a fleet of refurbished MacBooks for its team, tick sustainability KPIs, and avoid blowing its budget on brand-new devices. It’s a triple win: compliance, cost-efficiency, and climate-consciousness.
The Rise of Repair, Reuse & Right to Rent
The legislation is also tied into Australia’s growing support for the Right to Repair movement, pushing back on product obsolescence and giving consumers more options to repair rather than replace.
By offering high-quality, refurbished products that are re-circulated through our platform, Sloop sits directly in line with this future-focused policy direction.
Why Renting with Sloop Ticks Every Box
At Sloop, we make it easy to align with NSW sustainability goals. All our devices are:
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Certified refurbished and tested
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Delivered with support and flexibility
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Part of a closed-loop system that extends product life and reduces e-waste
If your business wants to move toward net-zero, or if you're simply tired of tossing out old tech, renting refurbished with Sloop is the best first step.
Start smarter. Start circular.
Browse Sloop’s refurbished tech range and stay ahead of the sustainability curve at sloop-it.com.au.
