Old PS2 Consoles Become Eco-Friendly Chairs

As the green movement evolves, so do our ways of consuming. The latest example is London-based Pli Design, who is set to launch a new line of recycled chairs made entirely of defunct PlayStation 2 consoles.

Though the gaming industry has been severely targeted by groups like Greenpeace, for their lack of action towards environmental sustainability one company is hoping to make light of what may otherwise be a bad situation. Pli Design is preparing to launch next week a line of eco-friendly chairs, made entirely of recycled PlayStation 2 console casings. The stylish Reee Chairs are also designed to be recycled again and again, doubly contributing to their environmental appeal. "The simple idea behind the Reee chair is to produce a recycled furniture product in the UK that has style, function and durability but does not compromise its environmental credentials - so our customers don't have to compromise theirs," said Alex Whitney, Pli's design manager in a news release. “We receive the supply direct, from the original manufacturer through a dedicated re-processor to our injection-moulder in London,” said Pli’s Director, Christopher Pett in an email interview with The Able Gamer, “so there is no other material mixed in with the original plastic.” Recycled plastics require a fraction of the energy to produce, compared to new plastics made from raw oil materials. The chairs are also produced in the UK, further reducing their carbon footprint. They will be sold locally starting Sept. 10 after their official launch at Sony Computer Entertainment Europe’s head office in London. More details: The Able Gamer