eBay

As a pioneer of online “recommerce,” eBay has enabled the resale of countless pre-owned, refurbished, vintage, and antique goods — literally proving that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. eBay’s founder made the company’s first sale when he sold a broken laser pointer to a man who collected broken laserpointers. The site is a great place to scout out toys, clothing, parts for appliances and cars, vintage merchandise, and more. According to eBay’s 2024 Recommerce Report, 40% of gross merchandise volume sold comes from pre-loved and refurbished products. The company has clear sustainability goals, and is making progress towards reducing emissions, waste, and water usage. eBay allows sellers to redirect a portion of their sales to charity, generating $161 million in donations in 2023 alone.