London-based community interest company SocialBox.Biz and leading British fashion retailer New Look have announced a successful partnership in the reuse of hundreds of tech items in 2025. This achievement highlights the companies’ commitment to sustainability and comes just before Earth Day 2025.
The reuse of technology is a crucial method of preventing waste and increasing access to digital resources for vulnerable communities. SocialBox.Biz and New Look have been working together since 2021, with past contributions including laptop donations to the Laptops for Homeless Initiative, benefiting homeless individuals and refugees.
This year, New Look has once again provided a variety of functional tech, such as laptops, tablets, and other devices, from its stores and offices. SocialBox.Biz upgrades these devices with open-source software and redistributes them to vulnerable groups, such as homeless individuals transitioning into housing, elderly pensioners, and others who can benefit from digital resources. SocialBox.Biz also offers tech-labs and training opportunities for individuals to improve their digital skills.
Peter Paduh, founder of SocialBox.Biz, expressed excitement about the ongoing collaboration with New Look. He said, “We’re thrilled to have a long-standing partnership with New Look to transform old tech into new opportunities. Reusing hundreds of items already this year is a testament to what’s possible when businesses prioritize sustainability and community impact. As we approach Earth Day 2025, we call on more companies to join us in making a difference.”
Sue Fairley, Head of ESG, Quality, and Sourcing at New Look, also spoke about the partnership. She said, “Partnering with SocialBox.Biz allows us to extend the life of our technology while supporting underserved communities. We know firsthand how technology can be an enabler for growth, and we’re proud to continue working with SocialBox.Biz. Reuse is a key part of our ‘Kind to Our Core’ strategy, which guides our efforts to drive lasting, meaningful change at New Look.”
As Earth Day 2025 approaches, SocialBox.Biz and New Look invite other businesses to join their mission. Companies interested in donating old but usable tech can contact SocialBox.Biz to schedule a collection, ensuring their contributions help bridge the digital divide and protect the planet.
About SocialBox.Biz:
SocialBox.Biz is a community interest company based in London that repurposes old but usable tech to support disadvantaged groups across the UK. Through its efforts, the company delivers significant social impact by reducing scope 3 emissions and enabling digital inclusion for vulnerable groups. For more information, please visit www.socialbox.biz. Press contact: info@socialbox.biz
About New Look:
New Look is a leading fashion retailer operating in the clothing and footwear market in the UK, with a strong online presence and store estate. New Look offers products and a shopping experience based on excitement, value, and newness. The New Look brand is distinct and trusted in the UK, with strong sustainability credentials, catering to a broad customer audience. Press contact: newlook@headlandconsultancy.com
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