How many old devices do you have lying around in drawers? And how often have you bought a new one, even though the old one still worked just fine?
We want to spare you the (sometimes awkward) answers to those questions. With a rental model that extends the lifespan of devices, saves resources, and reduces electronic waste. Our approach keeps devices in circulation and ensures that tech is used for longer and by as many people as possible.
The big question: What is sustainable tech?
What many people unfortunately don’t understand: Sustainability doesn’t mean giving up innovation. Certifications like EPEAT and TCO were created to combine innovative tech development with environmental friendliness. Above all, it’s about how we use resources—during production, delivery, and usage of electronic devices.
This is where two key sustainability standards come in, which we’d like to introduce in more detail: EPEAT and TCO.
EPEAT: The standard for sustainable tech
EPEAT is one of the world’s leading environmental certifications for electronics. It evaluates devices based on scientific data and international best practices across the entire lifecycle. Criteria include.
- Climate protection - Responsible supply chains - Chemical management - Sustainable resource use
EPEAT-certified products are available in Bronze, Silver, and Gold. EPEAT Gold means the device meets the highest sustainability standards in the industry. At Grover, you’ll regularly find various EPEAT-certified devices—including top brands like Apple, Samsung, and Microsoft.
TCO: Sustainability across the entire lifecycle
TCO is a globally recognized certification specifically for IT products. It ensures that devices are not only environmentally sustainable, but also socially responsible. Its criteria include:
- Climate-friendly manufacturing - Fair supply chains - Responsible resource usage
TCO helps companies and individuals make more sustainable choices, minimize risks, and meet legal requirements. At Grover, you can rent various TCO-certified products. The best part? They include top tech from popular brands like Lenovo, Microsoft, and Victus.
Our motto: Rent tech instead of buying
We care about giving people access to tech that is both affordable and has a positive impact on the circular economy. That’s why it’s natural for us to offer EPEAT- and TCO-certified devices for rent.
Our rental model results in fewer tons of CO2, because devices are used multiple times. Every rental extends a device’s lifespan, reduces e-waste, and promotes more sustainable use. You only use what you need. No e-waste, no storage problems, no need to dispose of electronics yourself.
We’ve already brought countless devices back into circulation. For example, many refurbished Apple computers, used iPads, reused iPads, and other secondhand Apple products. This approach extends usage cycles and reduces both e-waste and electronic disposal.
If you want to reduce your CO2 footprint, avoid e-waste, and still use modern devices—renting is the easiest way.
With Grover, you support the circular economy, choose devices with EPEAT and TCO certification, and make tech part of the solution.