Living in 2024 is not always easy. We are constantly torn between the desire to enjoy life as it flies by, with leisure and comfort galore. But we are also acutely aware of environmental issues that push us to ask ourselves certain questions before acting. Among the most common: can't I consume differently in order to combine ecology and comfort of life?
Faced with these new societal dilemmas, fortunately there are many solutions that allow us to take care of the planet, while taking advantage of the latest technologies.
Second-hand and reconditioned, essential for ethical consumption
Upcycling and second-hand have been very popular in recent years. It must be said that these new modes of consumption represent various significant advantages. In addition to avoiding overconsumption which has disastrous climatic and human consequences, they allow you to make great savings!
Some of the everyday items you can find on the second-hand market include:
- Tablets, computers and smartphones: it is entirely possible to find refurbished high-tech objects at much more advantageous prices than if they were purchased new. With certain key players in refurbished, such as Back Market for example, there is no need to wait for the next one Black Friday to find unbeatable deals! And yes, prices are low all year round when you buy reconditioned. In addition, this pillar of second-hand tech also offers a guarantee and after-sales service; to equip you with complete peace of mind.
- Clothing: how to talk about second-hand without mentioning clothes. Long reserved for vintage pieces, very popular with some people, second-hand is now exploding for more modern pieces. We are then seeing more and more “current thrift stores” appear, which offer sometimes new clothes at unbeatable prices.
- Furnishings: on the same principle as clothes, furniture and decoration can be bought second-hand. Just like for fashion items, you will find both vintage and new items in specialist stores or on websites intended for bargain hunters.
When technology serves ecology
Beyond purchases, new technologies can help us make more eco-responsible choices in everyday life. With dedicated applications, you can, for example, look for carpools to avoid taking your car, learn to consume differently by visiting websites dedicated to a simpler lifestyle or calculate your public transport journeys much more easily. These are real tools capable of saving us a lot of time and finding alternatives to overly polluting solutions.
In addition, it is important to know that new technologies are a strong driver in changing our energy production methods. They help, in particular, to produce greener energy through photovoltaic panels or wind turbines. They are also useful for improving the productivity and efficiency of our devices, thus limiting greenhouse gases. It is also thanks to new technologies that we have been able to create the brand new electric cars; allowing us to live in a world that is more respectful of nature without losing comfort.