In addition to actively encouraging the re-use and repairs of its handsets, Fairphone ensures that the materials it uses are ethically sourced as well as working with suppliers to establish better working conditions and better worker representation for people employed in the manufacturing industry.
Vodafone said it will also collaborate with Fairphone on best practice and share knowledge on industry sustainability issues including the circular economy, electronic waste and responsible sourcing. The deal aligns with Vodafone's commitment to improve the lives of 1 billion people while halving its environmental impact by 2025.
The company recently pledged to halve its carbon footprint and purchase all electricity from renewable sources by 2025, as well as committing to reuse, resell or recycle 100 percent of its network waste and help customers extend the lives of the devices they already own.
