This report focuses on consumer goods sectors, particularly textiles, furniture, electrical and electronic equipment (EEE), and bicycles. For cities and regions, this study provides empirical insights into the scale, nature, and economic/social value of repair activities. Notably, it quantifies avoided waste, maps consumer behaviour regarding repair vs. replacement, and highlights demographic patterns and skill acquisition sources.

The findings directly support Circular Systemic Solution by elevating repair as a high-value circular strategy (higher-R in the 9R framework). They underline the need for localized systems that integrate formal repair services with community-based informal efforts, aligning with systemic change in consumption and production models.