The European directive on the right to repair has already come into force, but many European consumers continue to face difficulties in repairing their devices. The objective of this legislation was precisely to facilitate citizens' access to more affordable repair services and extend the lifespan of electronic equipment.
However, the price of replacement parts and repair services remains high in many cases. For many consumers, it continues to be more economical to completely replace a device or smartphone than to proceed with its repair.
This situation ultimately compromises one of the main objectives of the directive, which was to reduce electronic waste and the environmental impacts associated with the production and disposal of equipment. Many Europeans thus find themselves pushed away from the option of repairing their devices.
