The Impact of Right to Repair
Exploring RVO's Position in Supporting Businesses to Adopt Repairability Practices in the EED Sector
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Abstract
This thesis explores the impact of the European Union’s Right to Repair (R2R) legislation on businesses in the Electric and Electronic Devices (EED) sector in the Netherlands. The research assesses how Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) can support businesses in adopting repairability practices aligned with the new legislation. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study combines a literature review with qualitative insights from interviews with key stakeholders, including RVO representatives, businesses and NGOs. The findings reveal that while the short-term impact of the R2R directive on business operations is limited, businesses who want to transition towards repairability deal with various challenges. However, a lack in RVO’s currents instruments for repair support was identified. The study provides recommendations for RVO to enhance its support mechanisms to further support businesses in the transition towards repairability.