The fact that we have to pass right-to-repair laws says a lot about our unsustainable throw-away culture of ubiquitous plastics and electronics.
But if we *made* that culture, we can *unmake* it. Partly with legislation, partly changing consumer attitudes.
My (informal) phone survey said over 50% of folks would keep their phones longer if updates weren't forced by planned obsolescence.
People are ready for less consumerism.
#ClimateSolutions
https://gizmodo.com/california-approves-nations-strongest-right-to-repair-l-1850843136
But if we *made* that culture, we can *unmake* it. Partly with legislation, partly changing consumer attitudes.
My (informal) phone survey said over 50% of folks would keep their phones longer if updates weren't forced by planned obsolescence.
People are ready for less consumerism.
#ClimateSolutions
https://gizmodo.com/california-approves-nations-strongest-right-to-repair-l-1850843136
California Approves Nation's Strongest Right to Repair Law
The law goes beyond previous right-to-repair legislation by forcing manufacturers to provide repair resources for devices up to seven years after they are sold.Mack DeGeurin (Gizmodo)
