Our mission

The mission of Green Machine Computers

When we reuse computer parts, we prevent the need for something new to be made. Resources go into building computer parts, so the more we can reuse, the better it is for our planet.

As technology enthusiasts, we recognise the significant benefits that computers offer. We believe that every person has the right to access those benefits and that, in this modern age, computers are not a luxury but a necessity.

You and your technology

We’re here to support you and your technology, whether that be through advice, repairs, IT disposal, or sales. Our recycling process shows how a circular economy can excel.

Large corporations that no longer require their old computers but must ensure the data is destroyed appropriately get in touch with us.

We collect this and recycle, refurbish, and redistribute it at a low cost or donate it to charities.

The funds from the refurbished electronics actually pay for the training of the people repairing them. They become certified technicians and can then offer ongoing support for their use.

Award winning IT recycling services

We have been fortunate to win several awards for our work, but that isn’t why we do it. Since Green Machine Computers started in 2011, our goal has always been to help other people with the surplus technology that is being wasted across the country.

Your old devices do good!

Since the organisation began (2011), our goal has always been to support our local community in whatever way we can.

We do this in a number of ways:

training and development of local NEETs,
donation of time to support charitable events,
free hardware and IT support for local schools,
free IT recycling for schools and charities,
financial contributions to charitable causes,
fundraising for charity,
work experience for ex-military veterans and people with learning difficulties
apprenticeships

We aim to hire at least one apprentice a year. When choosing our candidates, we usually contact local youth groups and charities. It is essential for us to use any vacancy to improve the prospects of someone who might struggle to find employment.

£150,000+ of technology donated during the peak of the Coronavirus pandemic.

Having always worked closely with local schools, several of them approached us once lockdowns were enforced, pleading for some laptops that the school children could use to study from home. Throughout 2020-2022, our team have partnered with Wiltshire & Dorset Fire and Rescue Service to collect, refurbish and redistribute laptops across the UK. This initiative made a huge difference to the education of local students, who could have easily fallen behind in their studies.

We now donate to charities and non-profit organisations too. Around 1.4 million people in the UK don’t have access to a home computer. We work with charitable organisations across the UK to get reliable technology to disadvantaged individuals.

Why we refurbish and recycle IT

Our main goal is to have a positive impact on the environment. Electronics manufacturing typically involves the use of many chemicals, precious materials, and fossil fuels. By refurbishing and reusing technology that would otherwise go to waste, we are able to prevent pollution caused during the manufacturing or disposal of these products.

In the past five years, Green Machine Computers has decreased CO2 emissions (or equivalent) by 13,500 metric tonnes, which is the environmental equivalent of powering 1,701 homes for one year.

In addition to our environmental efforts, we also aim to assist those who cannot afford technology. We believe that computer access is crucial for numerous daily activities, and we want everyone to be able to enjoy its benefits.

How can you help?

Recycle your unwanted electronics
Purchase refurbished computer hardware
Like, follow and share our social media pages.

Our awards

Green Machine Computers are proud to be multi-award-winners for the work that we do environmentally and within the community.

Simon and his team are absolutely first-class PC experts who dovetail well into my skills. Their support in data recovery tasks I have needed to undertake at short notice has been nothing less than superb!!! Simon’s inventive, out-of-the-box ideas and his team’s implementation of the plan have ensured the shortest possible time for me to recover the problem computers and hard drives.

Rich Pitts | Senior research advocate

Green Machine Computers is the best at what they do, from annoying laptop problems to US military-standard data removal. They offer the best prices you’ll ever see and keep in touch the whole time! I cannot, and will not, recommend anyone as highly as Green Machine Computers.

Euan Gannon | Self-employed

Simon has an encyclopaedic knowledge about PCs, servers and networks – combined with his passion for service & value – means he provides invaluable support to small & home based businesses.

Richard Paget | Director

My Apple Juice

On behalf of Ramsbury Community Transport, The Ramsbury Flyer, may I offer our sincere thanks for the donation of a laptop. It will greatly help our work in the community.

Ron Young | Deputy chairman and trustee

Ramsbury Community Transport & The Ramsbury Flyer

Simon Crisp has extensive experience in IT, organisational management and leadership, along with excellent people skills and business ethics. These attributes stand Simon out from the crowd and make him a joy to work with. Already a success, led by Simon, I recommend Green Machine Computers as a solution to meet your needs.

Basit Ali Bsc Hons MRICS | Development director

I have just taken delivery of the three iPads and two laptops and wanted to send you a huge thank you from all of us at St Michael’s. These will make such a difference to the pupils and staff.

Anonymous |

St Michael’s

You have very kindly supported us with laptops before and we have purchased one from you also. Providing laptops to our team in Ghana has made such a difference to professionalising our work: helping staff to enter monitoring data and write reports, attend meetings with the UK team (which has been so vital particularly over the last year), streamline their work, and build on their IT skills. Once again thank you for all you are doing with the local community with the Tech Amnesty, it’s so fantastic.

Tara Colsell-Hawes | Operations and projects officer

Action Through Enterprise (ATE)

Green Machine Computers green creds, commitment to apprenticeships and training and making opportunities for people are something we should all aspire to.

J. Eades | Managing director

Systemagic