A reparation fund is now funded by the eco-organizations of the extended producer responsibility sectors, in order to offer reductions of 15 to 50 euros to consumers who wish to have a damaged item repaired, rather than throwing it away.
The system is gradually being put in place in Reunion. Two sectors, those of textiles and electrical and electronic equipment, have already activated it. Two companies from the first and ten from the second are able to offer the “repair bonus” to their customers. The Réunion Import and Trade Union, which supports eco-organizations, wants to accelerate the movement. It is currently encouraging professionals from other sectors affected by repair funds to activate the system. “Repair funds are a suitable response to develop and strengthen the circular economy in the region and help consumers pay less by repairing their goods, believes Philippe-Alexandre Rebboah, president of the SICR. This action aims to extend the life of the products., to fight against planned obsolescence and thus avoid the massive use of resources. »
