Circular Economy Checklist

Design products for durability, longevity, and multiple lifecycles.

Use high-quality materials and robust construction.

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Design for Durability Variable

Design products for easy disassembly and component separation.

Use modular design and minimize the use of adhesives.

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Design for Disassembly Variable

Select recyclable, renewable, and non-toxic materials.

Prioritize recycled content and avoid hazardous substances.

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Material Selection Variable

Minimize waste generation throughout the product lifecycle.

Implement efficient production processes and optimize packaging.

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Waste Minimization Variable

Optimize resource use through closed-loop systems and resource recovery.

Implement water and energy efficiency measures.

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Resource Optimization Variable

Divert waste from landfills through recycling, reuse, and composting programs.

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Waste Diversion Variable

Establish product take-back programs to facilitate reuse, refurbishment, and recycling.

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Product Take-back Programs Variable

Support the development of robust recycling infrastructure.

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Recycling Infrastructure Variable

Maximize material recovery from end-of-life products.

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Material Recovery Variable

Explore product-as-a-service business models (e.g., leasing, renting).

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Product-as-a-Service Variable

Participate in the sharing economy to maximize product utilization.

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Sharing Economy Variable

Collaborate with other businesses and stakeholders to create circular value chains.

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Collaboration Variable