At Qualified Networks, we believe in a circular economy. This is why we give discarded computers a second life. By buying refurbished devices, you directly contribute to less e-waste and a more sustainable world.
Green Mission
We are proud to partner with Trees for All. For every purchase you, together with us, plant trees. That way we make an impact together: less waste and a greener environment.
TREES FOR ALL REPRESENTS A GREEN FUTURE
Trees for All has been committed to a forested world for 25 years. We plant trees in the Netherlands and abroad through various forest projects. We also make people aware of the importance of trees. We are a foundation with CBF recognition and ANBI status. The CBF tests whether we meet strict quality requirements as a recognised charity. This assures you that your donation contributes to a better world and that Trees for All is reliable. Trees play a crucial role in combating climate change and the loss of biodiversity. Moreover, without trees there is no life. That is why we are committed to a forested world every day. We plant new forests, restore existing ones and make people aware of the importance of trees. We do this on the other side of the world, but also close to home. This is how we work towards a better climate, more biodiversity and healthy living conditions for everyone.
Tree planting project
The donation is allocated to projects in the Netherlands (or Belgium) and abroad. These are tree donations, with a rate of €5 per tree. We state the number of trees on the certificate and we ask you to do the same in your communication.
CO2-compensation certificate
The donation is allocated to one of our carbon offset projects abroad (currently Bolivia or Mexico). For these projects, carbon sequestration is verified, monitored and guaranteed by certification standard Plan Vivo. The current donation rate is €20 per tonne of CO2 and the certificate states the number of tonnes of CO2.
Register equipment
Register your IT equipment via our purchase form. Please indicate whether you want to contribute to tree planting or CO₂ compensation.
Schedule pick-up appointment
We will contact you to schedule a collection appointment and ensure safe handling of your equipment.
Calculate residual value
The residual value of your devices will be calculated and converted into a donation. For every €10, one tree is planted locally and one tree abroad.
Receive certificate
You will receive a certificate with details of your donation, such as the number of trees or offset tonnes of CO₂.
Planting trees
Trees will be planted within the planting season (November to April). You will receive a supplementary certificate with the locations.
Where do we plant our trees?
Our donations support tree planting projects through Trees for All in the Netherlands and Belgium as well as internationally. Local plantings take place in places such as the Veluwe, Drenthe, and in Flanders. Internationally, trees are planted in countries such as Madagascar and Bolivia, where biodiversity restoration and climate protection are key issues.
The land on which trees are planted belongs to local communities or private landowners with whom Trees for All works. Strict monitoring and agreements keep these trees sustainably maintained.
TOGETHER WE MAKE AN IMPACT ON THE FUTURE
At Qualified Networks, we combine circular economy with reforestation. By utilising the residual value of your returned IT equipment, we help reduce the impact of climate change together with Trees for All. For every €10, one tree is planted locally (Netherlands or Belgium) and one tree in areas heavily affected by deforestation, such as Madagascar or Bolivia.
Results so far:
The first round of planting resulted in €49,295.95 in donations on behalf of customers, equivalent to 9,361 newly planted trees. These trees contribute to biodiversity, climate and better living conditions worldwide.Resultaten tot nu toe:
question and answer
After collecting and processing your IT equipment, the exact residual value is determined. On top of this value, we add 10%, and this amount is donated to a project of your choice (tree planting or CO₂ compensation). You will receive a certificate of donation.
Yes, you can choose between local plantings in the Netherlands or Belgium and international reforestation projects. CO₂ compensation projects are currently being carried out in Mexico and Bolivia.
After processing your equipment, you will receive a certificate detailing the donated trees and their impact. An additional mail provides an estimate of the annual carbon offset from the plantings.
Yes, but this requires your trees to be planted within specific carbon offset projects in, for example, Mexico. These projects are monitored and certified according to Plan Vivo standards.
Trees for All works with project partners responsible for planting and maintaining trees. This includes monitoring, long-term management and field visits. More information is available at treesforall.nl/werkwijze.