Screwfix has enhanced its offering in refurbished power tools in efforts to support the circular economy and reduce waste as part of the company’s sustainability strategy.
Screwfix trialled selling refurbished tools directly to customers back in January and has since been hugely successful. The retailer is now aiming to refurbish and sell 100,000 items this year.
This news comes after Screwfix hit its ‘zero waste to landfill’ target in 2021, with 83% of its waste recycled and turned into new materials and 17% incinerated for energy.
Commenting on the strategy, John Mewett, CEO of Screwfix, said: “We know that our customers are already making sustainable choices and the success of this trial demonstrates the demand and importance in us minimising our environmental impact, while customers can enjoy the cost savings of buying refurbished tools.
“The decision to sell refurbished products directly through the Screwfix website not only helps to reduce waste, but also supports us in achieving our goal of refurbishing and reselling returned power tools. This is another step on our journey to reducing our environmental impact.”
