Eero Max 7 Sustainability Fact Sheet
Designed for Sustainability
Eero is committed to making its devices more sustainable throughout their lifecycle, from manufacturing to customer use and eventual retirement.
Carbon Footprint
The eero Max 7 has a total carbon footprint of 606 kg CO₂e.
Life Cycle Carbon Emissions Breakdown:
- Materials and Manufacturing: 8%
- Transportation: <1%
- Product Use: 91%
- End-of-Life: <1%
The product's biogenic carbon emissions are 1.301 kg CO₂e, and its total biogenic carbon content is 0.071 kg C. These are included in the total footprint calculation.
Materials
The eero Max 7 is constructed using 61% recycled materials. Specifically, the plastic components are made from 49% post-consumer recycled plastic, and the aluminum is made from 94% recycled aluminum. Amazon incorporates recycled fabrics, plastics, and metals into many of its devices.
Eco Efficiency Mode
The eero Max 7 features an Eco Efficiency Mode. When enabled, this mode optimizes the device's power consumption based on network conditions and the actual internet speeds provided by the user's service plan. This feature is enabled by default and can be managed through the eero app settings without impacting network performance.
Trade-in and Recycle
Eero devices are built for durability and longevity. When customers are ready to replace their devices, they can utilize Amazon's trade-in programs for gift cards or participate in recycling initiatives. Amazon Second Chance offers options for retiring devices.
Life Cycle Considerations
Sustainability is integrated into every stage of the device's life cycle, including sourcing raw materials, manufacturing, transportation, product use, and end-of-life management.
Materials and Manufacturing
This stage includes the extraction, production, and transportation of raw materials, as well as the manufacturing, assembly, and transport of all components. Amazon partners with suppliers to encourage the use of renewable energy and reduce manufacturing emissions, with many key suppliers committed to decarbonization efforts.
Transportation
This accounts for the average inbound and outbound transportation of the product, from final assembly to the end customer. Amazon is actively working to decarbonize its transportation network to meet The Climate Pledge goals.
Product Use
Eero is committed to addressing the electricity used by its devices through renewable energy development. Investments in wind and solar capacity aim to match the energy consumption of devices like eero by 2025. The Eco Efficiency Mode further optimizes energy consumption during the product's use phase.
End-of-Life
End-of-life emissions are modeled by estimating disposal pathways such as recycling, combustion, and landfill, along with associated transportation and treatment emissions. Eero devices are designed for durability, and software updates help extend their usable life. Trade-in and recycling programs are available to facilitate responsible device retirement.
Methodology
Amazon measures product carbon footprints using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) models that align with internationally recognized standards like the GHG Protocol Product Life Cycle Accounting and Reporting Standard and ISO 14067. These methodologies are reviewed by the Carbon Trust. The carbon footprint calculation includes emissions from materials and manufacturing, transportation, product use, and end-of-life stages. Metrics include total carbon emissions per device (kg CO₂e) and average carbon emissions per year of use (kg CO₂e/use-year). Product sustainability fact sheets are updated when significant new information changes the estimated carbon footprint by more than 5%.
Definitions
- Biogenic carbon emissions: Carbon released from the combustion or decomposition of biomass or bio-based products.
- Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): A methodology to assess the environmental impact associated with all stages of a product's life, from raw material extraction to disposal.
Endnotes
- Carbon Trust Certification Number: CERT-13540; LCA data version August 2023 published by Carbon Trust
- Greenhouse Gas ("GHG") Protocol Product Life Cycle Accounting and Reporting Standard: https://ghgprotocol.org/product-standard
- International Standards Organization ("ISO") 14067:2018 Greenhouse gases-Carbon footprint of products-Requirements and guidelines for quantification: https://www.iso.org/standard/71206.html