Refurbished Power Tools Now Available From Screwfix

A hand drill

In a move to support the circular economy and reduce waste, Screwfix has enhanced its offering in refurbished power tools. Keeping products in use for longer forms a key part of the company’s sustainability strategy.

In January, Screwfix began selling refurbished tools directly to customers. The initial trial has been successful. Now the national retailer is aiming to refurbish and sell 100,000 items this year.

 

 “We know that our customers are already making sustainable choices. The success of this trial demonstrates the demand and importance in us minimising our environmental impact, while customers can enjoy the cost savings of buying refurbished tools.”

– John Mewett 

CEO, Screwfix

 

Available online

 

“The decision to sell refurbished products directly through the Screwfix website not only helps reduce waste, it also supports us in achieving our goal of refurbishing and reselling returned power tools. This is another step on our journey to reducing our environmental impact.”

 

Zero to landfill

Screwfix hit its zero waste to landfill target in 2021, with 83% of the waste it generates recycled and turned into new materials and 17% incinerated for energy. Screwfix has also committed to reducing its carbon emissions by adopting low carbon energy sources, purchasing exclusively green electricity for its entire store network and equipping 238 stores and counting with air source heat pumps.

Picture: Refurbished hand drills and other tools are now available to buy on the Screwfix website.

www.screwfix.com

Article written by Cathryn Ellis
24th April 2022

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