Repairing bonus exposed: what this means for your devices!

Repairing bonus exposed: what this means for your devices!

Österreich - The repair bonus in Austria is exposed to immediate effect. This reports OE24 , since the funds provided are fully exploited. From now on, new repair bons can no longer be requested. However, venetolation has remained valid and can be used by participating partner companies within three weeks.

Norbert Tettschnig, the new minister in the Ministry of Climate, emphasizes that the funding stop does not mean the end of the repair bonus. Comfortable is committed to continuing the program in the upcoming budget negotiations. The repair bonus not only promotes the repair of electrical appliances, but is also important for the circular economy and regional value chains.

background and effects

The program was launched in 2022 and provided a total of 130 million euros from the "Next Generationeu" program and national funds. To date, around 1.7 million bons have been redeemed, especially for the repair of smartphones, dishwasher, washing machines and coffee machines. There are around 6,000 partner companies in Austria that take part in the program.

The support campaign has some advantages. Sustainability is promoted by reducing new production and reducing the electronic waste. In addition, the manual knowledge of the population is strengthened, which leads to the creation and securing of jobs in the region. Information on the application can be found at Austria.gv.at .

focus on circular economy

EU law on repairs, which comes into force in April 2024, aims to transfer the responsibility for repairable products. According to a report by greeninitiative.eco Guarantee to offer repair options and make spare parts available for up to 10 years. This should extend the lifespan of the products and reduce the electronic waste.

This legislation is part of a larger trend that promotes the circular economy by linking repair and recycling. In many ways, the Austrian initiative has contributed to causing a change in consciousness in society: repairs are no longer considered annoying, but as a valuable opportunity for resource conservation.

The resumption of the repair bonus is planned for this year that evaluation of the program is intended to ensure that the funds are used in a targeted and efficient manner. This diverse commitment should not only relieve the environment, but also make it clear the economic advantages of regional repair services.