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Circular Economy — Ellen MacArthur Foundation Library

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Circular Economy — Ellen MacArthur Foundation Library

An introduction to the circular economy fleshed out with an extensive library of essays, articles, videos and research.

Source — Ellen MacArthur Foundation, UK
Age — All ages, though most materials are appropriate for middle school and beyond
Cost — Free

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“E-waste is the Toxic Legacy of Our Digital Age”

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“E-waste is the Toxic Legacy of Our Digital Age”

Orientation to e-waste issues, links to articles and research publications.

Source — iFixit, USA and worldwide
Age — Upper elementary school and up (8 years old and up)
Cost — Free

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Right to Repair

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Right to Repair

Extensive resources for understanding Right to Repair, including how to engage with the movement.

Source — iFixit, USA and worldwide
Age — Upper elementary school and up (8 years old and up)
Cost — Free

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Restart Radio

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Restart Radio

An informative and engaging podcast addressing multiple dimensions of repair. Includes interviews with significant actors in the global repair movement.

Source — The Restart Project, London, UK
Age — High school and up (14 years old and up)
Cost — Free

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“Buy Now! The Shopping Conspiracy”

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“Buy Now! The Shopping Conspiracy”

Movie: Repair plays one of the leading roles in this riveting and sickening documentary about excessive consumption.

Source — Netflix
Age — All ages
Cost — Netflix subscription

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“Making Outdoor Gear Sustainable”

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“Making Outdoor Gear Sustainable”

Video about a business model incorporating repair reduces the environmental impact of the outdoor gear and apparel industry.

Source — The Story of Stuff
Age — Middle school and up (11 years old and up)
Cost — Free

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Supply Chain Maps

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Supply Chain Maps

Interactive map for supply chains of various companies.

Source — Source Map
Age — All ages
Cost — Free

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Repair Detectives

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Repair Detectives

Classroom resources and online classes — Interactive, live video, teaching kits

Note: Repair Detectives is taking a sabbatical until early 2026.

Source — Repair Detectives, New Zealand
Age — 3rd - 10th Level (8 - 15 years old)
Cost — Variable

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Généracion Réparacion / Repair Generation (French)

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Généracion Réparacion / Repair Generation (French)

Introductory guide for teachers and repair workshop facilitators. (French)

Source — ADEME, France
Age — Middle and High School (13 - 18 years old)
Cost — Free

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The Essence of Repair Culture — A Global Perspective

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The Essence of Repair Culture — A Global Perspective

Panel discussion on how repair is practiced and connects communities across the world.

Source — The Maintainers
Age — High school and up (14 years old and up)
Cost — Free

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Design for Repair and Upgrade

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Design for Repair and Upgrade

A highly accessible video outlining the why’s and how’s of designing electronics for repair.

Source — Autodesk, USA
Age — Middle school and up (13 years old and up)
Cost — Free

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ADEME Librairie

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ADEME Librairie

Articles, essays and research (French, some English).

Source — ADEME, France
Age — High school and up (15 years old and up)
Cost — Free

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FixFest 2022 Panel: Repair in K - 12 Educational Settings

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FixFest 2022 Panel: Repair in K - 12 Educational Settings

Presentations and discussion — Representatives from four educational initiatives and one scholar in the field.

Source — The Restart Project
Age — Adults — educators and advocates
Cost — Free