Kermit said it best: It’s not easy being green. If you want to shop more sustainably on an individual level, curbing impulse buys and repairing items you already own are good first steps. Buying certified refurbished kitchen appliances, air purifiers, or electronics can help, too, in addition to saving money.
“Manufacturing requires raw materials and uses energy and emits pollution. That’s why shopping preowned is usually better for the environment,” says Wirecutter sustainability editor Katie Okamoto.
“And buying a preowned device or appliance through a certified refurbished program makes so much sense, because you get the peace of mind that the machine has passed inspection for quality and safety and is often backed up by guarantees. You save money — often a lot of money — and you skip over that environmentally intensive manufacturing phase. It’s a win-win.”
Refurbishment programs vary, so always read the fine print to confirm that an item is manufacturer-certified, backed by a warranty, and returnable if necessary. Ahead of Earth Day on April 22, we’ve saved you the time: The following deals on refurbed Wirecutter picks make the cut.
