Fairer materials – a list of the 10 we’re focusing on
Because we want to change the way products are made, one of our principal aims is to support fair materials and incorporate them into our smartphones. However, mobile phones contain…
Conflict-free Mineral Legislation in the US and EU
If you’ve been following our story on Precious Materials, specifically mining in DR Congo, then you know for Fairphone, the use of conflict-free minerals in the production of consumer…
First bags of Conflict-Free Tin leave Congolese mine – Fairphone proud partner
With the first bags of conflict-free tin leaving the mine in South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, on 24th of October 2012, the Conflict-Free Tin Initiative has officially started.…
Dodd-Frank Act update
Good news for Fairphone! After 16 months of delay, America has agreed to the introduction of the anti-conflict minerals law. For over 6.000 electronics companies, that are listed on…
What makes your mobile phone so precious?
We all know the exceptional importance of our mobile phones in our modern day lives. They’ve become some of our most treasured possessions; essential for communication, entertainment…
Announcing our participation in the "Solutions for Hope" project
Fairphone is proud to announce its participation in the Solutions for Hope project. Working to fulfill a mission of respecting our precious minerals, we will be able to use conflict-free…
The Fairphone (Gen. 6): A smartphone that is fairer in every way
The new Fairphone (Gen. 6) isn’t just a powerful device. It’s our most sustainable phone ever. Our latest model is made to last, made from more fair and recycled materials than…