Earthshot Prize

ATRenew Inc., a leading Chinese pre-owned electronics platform, is an Earthshot Prize finalist for “Building a Waste Free World.” Addressing the growing e-waste crisis, ATRenew uses its AI-powered “Matrix” system to collect, inspect, and resell used devices, diverting them from landfills. The company’s circular economy model, which extends device lifecycles and informs more sustainable manufacturing, is expanding beyond China into Southeast Asia and the Middle East. ATRenew’s CEO emphasizes the global potential of their approach to reducing e-waste.