What is Back2Buzz All About?
Back2Buzz is a Belgian company that’s been making waves since 2016. Founded by Mr. Philippe Honhon, it started out with a simple mission: create a distribution platform for electronic goods, mainly mobile accessories sourced from the Far East, and get them into the hands of retailers across the BeLux region. But that was just the beginning… By the end of 2016, Back2Buzz shifted gears and began importing second-hand smartphones. The idea? To refurbish these devices using advanced software tools, then repackage them with new boxes, fresh accessories, and—here’s the kicker—a solid 2-year warranty. Today, Back2Buzz has grown into a true one-stop-shop, specializing in high-grade refurbished smartphones and eco-friendly accessories, serving customers in Belgium, France, and even the Dom-Tom territories.
The Main Benefit: Sustainability Meets Quality
Back2Buzz isn’t just about selling phones; it’s about making a real difference. Here are some key figures that tell the story:
- +1 MILLION devices sold so far
- 18 MONTHS average lifespan added to a smartphone
- 70+ KG of raw materials needed to make just one smartphone
- 100% founder-owned company, keeping it personal and passionate
By extending the life of smartphones by 2 to 3 years before they’re recycled, Back2Buzz helps cut down electronic waste and saves precious minerals from being wasted. It’s a win-win for tech lovers and the planet alike.
How Back2Buzz Supports the Circular Economy
Back2Buzz is more than just a refurbisher—it’s a champion of the circular economy. The company’s approach focuses on giving smartphones a second, even third life, reducing the mountain of electronic waste piling up worldwide. By controlling the refurbishment process with software tools and quality checks, Back2Buzz ensures that every device meets high standards before it reaches customers. This commitment not only helps reduce environmental impact but also promotes responsible consumption and production.
Eco-Friendly Accessories: A Greener Choice
It’s not just about phones. Back2Buzz also offers a range of biodegradable and eco-friendly accessories. From phone cases to chargers, these products are designed to minimize environmental harm without compromising on style or functionality. This one-stop-shop approach means customers can outfit their devices sustainably, making it easier than ever to choose green options in everyday tech.
Expanding Horizons: From Europe to Emerging Markets
Back2Buzz has already established a solid distribution network across Europe, particularly in Belgium and France, including the overseas Dom-Tom regions. But the journey doesn’t stop there. The company has ambitious plans to expand into emerging markets, bringing its high-grade refurbished smartphones and eco-friendly accessories to new customers eager to reduce their ecological footprint. This expansion aims to spread the benefits of circular economy practices far and wide.
Back2Buzz’s Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Contact and Connection
For those interested in learning more or reaching out, Back2Buzz keeps it simple: ebusiness@back2buzz.be. Whether it’s questions about their products, sustainability efforts, or partnerships, this is the direct line to a company that’s serious about making tech greener and smarter.
What Back2Buzz actually does
Back2Buzz, founded in Belgium in 2016, sells refurbished iPhones, Android smartphones, tablets and smartwatches restored to original working condition, alongside a trade-in program that buys back used devices for up to €500 for resale rather than disposal.
Where the model shows up
- Refurbished devices: pre-owned phones and tablets restored and resold instead of manufactured new
- Trade-in program: buys back used devices to keep them in circulation rather than in a drawer or landfill
- Eco-friendly accessories: sold alongside the refurbished device catalog
Why this belongs on a sustainability directory
Every refurbished phone Back2Buzz sells is one fewer new device manufactured, avoiding the raw-material extraction and emissions of new production, a direct SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) case. Extending device lifespans through resale and trade-in also reduces electronic waste, supporting SDG 13 (Climate Action) through the avoided emissions of new manufacturing. Back2Buzz does not publish specific volume or emissions-avoided figures, so this page does not attribute a number to that impact.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Back2Buzz based, and who uses it?
Back2Buzz is based in Belgium, founded in 2016, and sells refurbished smartphones, tablets and accessories to both individual and business customers.
Which SDGs does Back2Buzz support, and how?
SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), by extending device lifespans through refurbishment and trade-in instead of new manufacturing, and SDG 13 (Climate Action), through the emissions avoided by not producing a new device.
How is Back2Buzz verified as a sustainability project?
Back2Buzz holds the Solar Impulse Foundation’s “Efficient Solution” label, cross-referenced by Keys for Tomorrow against the Foundation’s own database of vetted clean technologies.
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