The 'Right to Repair' Movement Fights Climate Change with Fixit Culture

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The 'Right to Repair' Movement Fights Climate Change with Fixit Culture
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Americans are increasingly interested in repairing and fixing their belongings instead of throwing them away, as the environmental cost of manufacturing and landfill waste becomes more apparent. However, "Right to Repair" legislation, which would require manufacturers to provide consumers and independent repair companies access to parts, tools, and service information, faces opposition from tech sector trade associations. Despite this, some manufacturers are expanding their self-repair programs and network of independent service providers in response to consumer demand.

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