Pixel 8a Review: Sustainability & Environment
Recycled Materials
Cobalt
no information given
Plastics
Made with at least 24% recycled materials based on product weight. Back cover is made with 76% recycled plastic. 11 out of 16 plastic parts are made with at least 45% recycled plastic. Overall, approximately 49% recycled content across its plastic parts.
Aluminum
no information given
Tin
100% recycled tin in the solder of the main logic board.
Steel
Steel (12g listed), no recycled content percentage given.
Copper
no information given
Ocean Bound Plastic
no information given
Packaging
Recycled Packaging
Designed to minimize weight and volume.
Recycled Fibre
Recycled fibers in packaging.
Plastic Free Packaging
100% plastic-free packaging. Lighter and more compact packaging.
Longevity & Upgrades
Durability
Incorporates power-management software to extend battery life. Google provides information on recycling used devices.
Longevity
7 years of software support
Energy & Emissions
Energy
Incorporates power-management software to maximize battery-charging efficiency. Annual energy use estimate: 9 kWh. Standby power: 0.18 W (115V) and 0.17 W (230V).
Carbon Footprint / Emissions
60 kg CO₂e
Carbon Neutral
Goals
Goal: “Run on 24/7 carbon-free energy on every grid where we operate by 2030”