Berlin Repair Bonus Announcement

## Berlin's Repair Bonus: €2.5 Million Initiative Berlin has launched an exciting new program to promote electronics repair and sustainability! Environment Senator Manja Schreiner announced a **€2.5 million repair bonus** program starting September 1, 2024. ### What Devices Are Covered? The repair bonus supports a wide range of household electronics: - **Kitchen Appliances**: Coffee machines, dishwashers, microwaves - **Mobile Devices**: Smartphones and tablets - **Computers**: Laptops and desktop computers - **Other Electronics**: Various household devices ### Financial Support Details #### Repair Cafés - **Full reimbursement** for repair costs - Coverage: €25 - €200 per repair - Best for: Simple repairs by skilled volunteers #### Professional Repair Shops - **50% reimbursement** of repair costs - Coverage: €75 - €200 (half of total cost) - Best for: Complex repairs requiring professional service ### Budget & Timeline - **Total Budget**: €2.5 million - **Duration**: 2024-2025 - **Application**: Available from September 1, 2024 ### Environmental Impact Berlin follows successful programs in other German states: **Thüringen Results:** - Saved **250 tons** of electronic waste - Reduced **2,000 tons** of CO2 emissions - Supported local repair economy ### How Repair Circle Helps Repair Circle has been supporting Berlin's circular economy: - **50+ satisfied customers** - **64 devices** repaired locally - **200+ kg** of e-waste prevented - Supporting local repair businesses **Ready to repair?** The repair bonus makes it more affordable than ever to fix your devices instead of replacing them!