Responsible Recycling
We’re doing more recycling, putting less into landfills, and working to create easy ways to help you do the same.
Our commitments
180 countries
Our goal is to expand our e-waste collection programs to all 180 countries where we operate by 2030.
25 million tons
We plan to increase the cumulative amount of e-waste collected from 2009 to the industry’s largest amount of 25 million tons by 2050.
1.4B pounds
Samsung has collected 1.4 billion pounds of e-waste since 2012. On average, we collect 100 million pounds of e-waste in
the U.S. annually.
Helping you recycle too
Start recycling today
Looking to recycle your pre-loved electronics? Learn how our partners can help — with over 1,700 recycling drop-off locations nationwide.
E-waste collection: progress and a path forward
Building the foundation
We made e-waste collection available in over 70 countries, laying the groundwork for a global take-back network.
Expanding access
We added 10 more countries to our collection network and increased drop-off availability so even more people can recycle their devices.
Nearing global reach
We’re on track to reach all 180 countries where our products are sold, with a goal of collecting 10 million tonnes of e-waste.¹
Goal: fully scaled, globally
We’re working toward collecting a total of 25 million tonnes of e-waste through a fully scaled worldwide recovery network.¹
Certified Re-Newed Smartphones
Save money and help create less waste
Samsung Certified Re-Newed smartphones give devices a second life using 100% genuine Samsung parts. By keeping products in use longer, we conserve resources, cut down on carbon emissions, and reduce the overall environmental impact, helping create a smarter, more
circular economy.
New products, used plastic
When it comes to your desire for more sustainable products, we’re listening by including post-consumer materials and recycled fishing nets in our products.
Repairing is caring
We have a vast network of repair options for our customers self-repair options: mail-ins, We Come To You van services and same-day repair for Galaxy devices in over 2,000 retail locations nationwide.
Trade in your device
Our trade-in program helps promote a circular economy, making it a no-brainer for both you and the planet.
Packaging with purpose
The Galaxy S25 Series comes in a box made from 100% recycled paper. We’re cutting single-use plastics and reducing greenhouse gas emissions with smaller, lighter packaging.
Shop Certified Re-Newed products
Refurbished by Samsung technicians, our recycled products lead to less waste and a much lower carbon footprint when compared to a new device.*
Galaxy Z Fold6
Certified Re-Newed
Galaxy Z Flip6
Certified Re-Newed
Galaxy S24 Series
Certified Re-Newed
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1Samsung’s e-waste program began in 2009.