Nothing, the company behind innovative phones like the Nothing Phone (2) and Phone (2a), is making waves in the tech industry for its commitment to sustainability. In line with their motto of leaving nothing behind, Nothing is dedicated to creating eco-friendly products that minimize their impact on the environment.
Recently, Nothing released its Annual Sustainability Report for 2023, highlighting the progress they have made in sustainable consumer technology. Carl Pei’s company is focused on implementing sustainable hardware solutions and setting annual goals to drive continuous improvement in environmental responsibility.
Key takeaways from Nothing’s sustainability report include:
- Phone (2): This phone incorporates 53 parts made from bio-based and recycled materials. It features plastic-free packaging and offers guaranteed software and security updates to ensure a robust lifespan.
- Phone (2a): This model boasts Nothing’s lowest carbon footprint for a smartphone. It introduces a new recycling process that repurposes plastic waste from Ear (2) into components for Phone (2a).
- Innovative use of recycled materials: Phone (2) sets an industry benchmark by utilizing 20% recycled materials by weight. This initiative has led to a 8.6% reduction in carbon footprint compared to its predecessor. Both Phone (2) and Phone (2a) feature plastic-free packaging with over 60% recycled fibers and are free of harmful substances like PVC and brominated flame retardants.
Speaking of which, brominated flame retardants (BFRs) are chemicals commonly found in electronics and furniture to reduce fire hazards. However, BFRs can pose risks to human health, accumulate in the body over time, and harm ecosystems by contaminating soil and water sources.
Nothing’s dedication to sustainability shines through in their products’ design and manufacturing processes. By prioritizing eco-friendly materials and practices, Nothing is setting a new standard for environmentally conscious technology companies.
