Mastercard, don’t sell my data
Mastercard sees how much you spend, where and on what days - and it sells that information to companies you’ve never heard of.
New economy
As we keep producing and consuming ever-increasing quantities of “stuff,” a growing number of people are asking: Can we create an economy that values common interests, public health and the quality of our lives, over growth at any cost?
We should be able to fix our stuff when it breaks. We need easy access to the information, tools, resources and third party repair shops it takes to fix our cell phones, appliances, electronics and other equipment. That means working together to get the companies who make our stuff, to give us the right to repair our stuff. When they do, it will be better for the planet, better for our budgets, and things will work the way they are supposed to.
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Updates
Farmers just want to be able to fix their stuff. Tractor dealer consolidation is getting in the way.
Featured Resources
Fixed for the Holidays
How Mastercard sells its ‘gold mine’ of transaction data
‘Chromebook Churn’ report highlights problems of short-lived laptops in schools
‘Failing the Fix’ scorecard helps you buy a repairable laptop and cellphone
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Why do we replace our laptops every few years?
Many companies and schools buy new laptops every four years or so. But why does this have to be the “standard” life cycle? Couldn’t it be much longer?
What is e-waste?
Electronic waste, or "e-waste," such as discarded smartphones, laptops, TVs and other devices can harm our environment and our health.
6 ways to stop planned obsolescence
They just don’t make ‘em like they used to. How governments can stop planned obsolescence.
Software lockouts shouldn’t be the reason I can’t use my car
Tethering customers to the manufacturer violates consumer rights and drives the electronic waste crisis.
Press Statement on Right to Repair
With less than 100 hours left until the conclusion of the 2021-2022 legislative session on Beacon Hill, advocates are calling on the conference committee for the pending Economic Development bill to adopt the Senate’s amendment giving consumers the right to repair.
