‘It’s cheap but it’s not disposable’: why fast tech is a growing waste problem
undefined 24, 2025
Cheap, low-quality electronics—dubbed “fast tech”—are flooding the market, from mini-fans to LED toilet seats, often discarded soon after use. In the UK, over 1.1 billion such items are bought yearly, with half thrown away. These gadgets are hard to repair, rarely recycled, and contribute to a growing e-waste crisis. Experts urge mindful purchasing, reuse, and recycling. Items with batteries or plugs should never be binned. Community repair cafes and tool libraries offer sustainable alternatives to fast tech’s disposable culture.
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