Pixel 7a Review: Sustainability & Environment
Recycled Materials
Cobalt
no information given
Plastics
Over 21% recycled materials by product weight. Back cover: 67% recycled plastics. Approximately 40% recycled content across its plastic parts (excluding PCBs, labels, cables, connectors, electronic components/modules, optical components, ESD components, EMI components, films, coatings, adhesives).
Aluminum
100% recycled aluminum in the housing. Recycled aluminum is at least 15% of the product by weight.
Tin
no information given
Steel
no information given
Copper
no information given
Ocean Bound Plastic
no information given
Packaging
Recycled Packaging
99% plastic-free materials. Designed to minimize weight and volume.
Recycled Fibre
Recycled fibers in packaging.
Plastic Free Packaging
99% plastic-free packaging. Based on retail packaging (excluding adhesive materials); plastic stickers may apply.
Longevity & Upgrades
Durability
Incorporates power-management software to extend battery life.
Longevity
Google provides recycling information.
Energy & Emissions
Energy
Power-management software maximizes battery-charging efficiency. Annual energy use: 7 kWh. Standby power: 0.14 W (115V) and 0.19 W (230V).
Carbon Footprint / Emissions
59 kg
Carbon Neutral
Goals
Goal: “Run on 24/7 carbon-free energy on every grid where we operate by 2030”