Environmental concerns raised as Chromebooks' short lifespans contribute to mounting piles of electronic waste

Environmental concerns raised as Chromebooks’ short lifespans contribute to mounting piles of electronic waste

However, PIRG believes that Google needs to do better. “The least we can do for students who rely on their laptops is ensure these devices are durable and repairable—not part of a constant churn,” said PIRG’s Lucas Rockett Gutterman. “With more tech in our lives and classrooms, if Google wants to be a trusted source for tens of millions of students, they need to make laptops that families and school districts can count on.”