By Rob Link, Founder and CEO, Tech Care Association Founder, WhereToRepair.org · Founder, eWaste Warriors Published April 27, 2026 · ~14 min read Repair Is Climate Action: The Hidden Link to Rare Earth Supply Chains Headline graphic showing three key statistics: China controls 94 percent of rare earth magnet manufacturing, repair instead of replacement reducesContinue reading “Repair Is Climate Action: The Hidden Link to Rare Earth Supply Chains”
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Should I Repair or Replace My Phone? What Big Tech Doesn’t Want You to Know
Before you upgrade, there’s a cost nobody talks about — the research spiral, the price shopping maze, the salesperson, the trade-in gap that quietly costs you hundreds. And the people selling you new devices are the last ones you should ask for advice. Here’s what the real decision actually looks like, and how to find someone you can trust.
Reuse, Recycle & Join the Movement: Your Complete Guide to Responsible Tech Care
Reuse, Recycle & Join the Movement: Your Complete Guide to Responsible Tech (2026) Part 3 of 3 – The Tech Care Pledge Series Published: February 9, 2026 | Reading time: 7 minutes Reuse, Recycle & Join the Movement: Your Complete Guide to Responsible Tech By Rob Link, Founder & CEO, Tech Care Association In PartContinue reading “Reuse, Recycle & Join the Movement: Your Complete Guide to Responsible Tech Care”
Repair vs Replace: Why 80% Waste Money on New Tech (2026)
The article discusses the prevalent issue of consumers replacing tech devices instead of repairing them, highlighting that over 80% opt for new purchases due to misleading retail practices. This not only leads to unnecessary expenses but also contributes significantly to electronic waste. The Tech Care Pledge encourages repair-first approaches to save money and reduce environmental impact.
Right to Repair: A Long American Tradition — and Why It Matters More Than Ever in 2026 and Beyond
Right to Repair: A Long American Tradition — and Why It Matters More Than Ever in 2026 Right to Repair: A Long American Tradition — and Why It Matters More Than Ever in 2026 and Beyond 📅 December 22, 2025 ⏱️ 8 min read ✍️ WhereToRepair.org By Rob Link, Founder & CEO of the TechContinue reading “Right to Repair: A Long American Tradition — and Why It Matters More Than Ever in 2026 and Beyond”
Big Tech Decides When Your Stuff Breaks. Right to Repair in 2026 Can Stop Them.
Big Tech Decides When Your Stuff Breaks. Right to Repair in 2026 Can Stop Them. Big Tech Decides When Your Stuff Breaks. Right to Repair in 2026 Can Stop Them. 🔧 The Affordability Crisis Has a Hidden Cause: Big Tech Before you pay $329 for a repair that costs $80 elsewhere—read this. Your FIRST callContinue reading “Big Tech Decides When Your Stuff Breaks. Right to Repair in 2026 Can Stop Them.”
The Complete Guide to Buying and Selling Tech on Facebook Marketplace: Save Money, Reduce E-Waste, and Support Local Repair
The Complete Guide to Buying and Selling Tech on Facebook Marketplace The Complete Guide to Buying and Selling Tech on Facebook Marketplace: Save Money, Reduce E-Waste, and Support Local Repair Facebook Marketplace has quietly become one of the world’s most powerful platforms for buying and selling refurbished electronics. With an estimated 1.1 billion monthly visitors,Continue reading “The Complete Guide to Buying and Selling Tech on Facebook Marketplace: Save Money, Reduce E-Waste, and Support Local Repair”
The Ever-Burning 1901 Lightbulb: Why It Inspires a New Generation of eWaste Warriors
A California lightbulb from 1901 symbolizes the durability lost in modern tech, highlighting the problem of planned obsolescence. This culture produces vast e-waste, causing economic and digital divides, particularly affecting low-income communities. The eWaste Warriors initiative advocates for repair and reuse, aiming to empower communities and reduce electronic waste.