Repair or Replace: Which is More Eco-Friendly?

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By Trey GrangerFeb 18, 2014, 12:34 pm36 pts
When is it better on the environment to repair or replace a product? Photo: Earth911, Inc. Chances are you currently have one or more products in your house in need of fixing. In this case, you have a difficult decision on your hands: repair vs. replace. While a large impact on your decision to buy new products…

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