What can the Internet of Things do for sustainability?
Connecting products to the IoT makes it possible to monitor field data and fill important information gaps, thus promoting a circular economy and enhancing life cycle assessment.
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Why is it so difficult to become truly circular?
Repair, reuse, recycle. That’s something almost everyone knows when it comes to being circular. But what about the higher levels of circular strategy? How can companies tap into refuse, reduce and rethink?
PRé and the University of Wageningen unravel the value of sustainable food waste streams
Applying circular economy and life cycle assessment principles, PRé and the University of Wageningen collaborated in the Infinity Foods program, building the value business case for food waste streams.
Why circular economy business models need LCA
Circular economy business models are inspirational, but 'reduce, reuse and recycle' may cause unexpected impacts. So, how do you know whether your circular approach or design is actually good for the planet? Be inspired, and use LCA for clarity.
5 roads to a circular economy – Part V: circular supplies
The circular economy aims to produce no waste - by reusing, repairing and recycling materials in the highest possible quality, all measurable with LCA. Recycled, renewable and biodegradable supplies are one way to do that.
5 roads to a circular economy – Part IV: sharing
The circular economy aims to produce no waste - by reusing, repairing and recycling materials in the highest possible quality, all measurable with LCA. An excellent way to get more use out of items is to share them.
5 roads to a circular economy – Part III: reusing waste
The circular economy aims to produce no waste - by reusing, repairing and recycling materials in the highest possible quality, all measurable with LCA. What are some ways to put waste materials to good use?
5 roads to a circular economy – Part II: Product as a service
The circular economy aims to produce no waste - by reusing, repairing and recycling materials in the highest possible quality, all measurable with LCA. How can offering a product as a service help you reach that goal?
5 roads to a circular economy – Part I: product life extension
The circular economy aims to produce no waste - by reusing, repairing and recycling materials in the highest possible quality. In this miniseries, we discuss five circular models and how LCA helps to reach that goal. Today: product life extension.
Why the success of the circular economy is owned by chemicals
The adage of “reduce, reuse, recycle” can contribute to a safe use of chemicals, and this is one of the key elements of a successful circular economy.