Mresell provides data for Refurbed's environmental review. Published on 10/15/2026 at 06:52 am EDT Finwire - Translated by Marketscreener - See original Mresell, which specializes in refurbishing and selling Apple products, has been selected as one of two partners in Refurbed's efforts to recertify its model for calculating environmental savings from reused electronics. This was stated in a press release. Refurbed has conducted a site visit at Mresell to map the environmental impact of, among other things, procurement, energy consumption, spare parts and refurbishment. According to Refurbed's existing calculation model, the reuse of mobile phones, tablets and laptops results in average carbon emissions that are 80 to 85 percent lower than those of newly manufactured products. The work will be completed through an additional site visit together with an external auditor. The purpose is to provide consumers with more precise information about the environmental savings associated with individual products. (C) Finwire - 2026

Refurbed launches refurbished musical instruments. July 31, 2026 Refurbed, the European marketplace for refurbished products, announces entry into a new product category: musical instruments. The offering starts with guitars and will be expanded to other instruments, as stated in a press release. According to the same source, the launch broadens Refurbed's presence beyond technology and other consumer categories, with entry into an area associated with the reuse of durable goods. All musical instruments available on the platform come with a minimum one-year warranty, a 30-day return period, and free shipping. The refurbishment includes professional cleaning, technical inspection, setup, new strings when necessary, replacement of worn components, and an assessment of the aesthetic condition. According to the company, this approach offers a more secure alternative compared with buying second-hand products. "At Refurbed, our vision has always been to go beyond electronics," says Peter Windischhofer, cofounder and CEO of Refurbed. "We are building a marketplace where choosing refurbished products becomes an increasingly common option across different categories. Musical instruments are a good example: they are products built to last generations, and refurbishment allows extending their lifespan, reaching new musicians, and reducing waste." By extending the lifespan of already existing instruments, the new category fits within a circular economy logic and reduces the need to produce new equipment. The musical instruments category is already available in the European markets where Refurbed operates. Thomas Berger I am a senior reporter at PlusNews, focusing on humanitarian crises and human rights. My work takes me from Geneva to the field, where I seek to highlight the stories of resilience often overlooked in mainstream media. I believe that journalism should not only inform but also inspire solidarity and action.