The problem with resource efficiency is diminishing returns and serviceability. We’ve reached a point now where the life expectancy of every appliance is now lo

The problem with resource efficiency is diminishing returns and serviceability. We’ve reached a point now where the life expectancy of every appliance is now lower, but we say it’s a good thing because people upgrade to more efficient appliances. I refuse to believe throwing hundreds of pounds of metal in the scrap heap (not to mention the production and shipping costs) is better than being a few percent less efficient. We need laws around serviceability and warranty just as much as resource usage. How about every device should work for 10 years, no exceptions. I refuse to believe we can make cars with 10 year, 100k warranties but not toilets or refrigerators. Ever try to get an appliance fixed? You’re basically paying a guy to come out and tell you a circuit board needs replaced for 300 dollars or to just buy a new device, btw that estimate costs 100 dollars. It’s ridiculous, especially since it hurts regular people way more than the profits help anyone.