In a circular economy, all sectors work together. Therefore, the principles of circular design are cross-sectoral. Yet within each sector there are specific issues of circularity. In the Netherlands, we have identified five sectors that on the one hand are incredibly important for our economy, but on the other hand have a large environmental burden. For construction, consumer goods, plastics, manufacturing, and food & agri, we delve into the circular opportunities.
Circular design has a big role to play in making impact sectors more sustainable. Find out what's going on in circularity in each of these sectors here.
Our built environment ensures that we can live, work and work safely and pleasantly. How do we make this sector circular and future-proof?
Read more aboutProducts that we use daily and frequently also create a lot of waste. Through circular design, these waste streams regain value.
Read more aboutPlastics make our lives easier, more comfortable and safer, but they also have a downside. Find out how we can use plastics in a circular and sustainable way.
Read more aboutFrom the production of transportation equipment and electronics to machine building and metalworking, circularity also plays an important role in the manufacturing industry.
Read more aboutReducing food waste, valorizing residual streams and regenerative use of raw materials, soil and nutrients. Circular design reduces the impact of food & agri.
Read more aboutThe Circular Filter PoR Tool allows you to firmly integrate circular principles into the Schedule of Requirements (PoR) of your product. Through a circular filter, you look at the set of requirements your product must meet and the principles of the circular economy become tangible and integrated into the design process.
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In this Circular Tactics & Tools Talk, an expert will take you through the topic of rethinking your product or service. You'll learn from the lessons of other companies. You will also be introduced to concrete design tools you can use to take a step forward yourself. And there is plenty of room to discuss your questions and bottlenecks.
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The Environmental Impact Tool provides quick and easy insight into the (expected) impact of your product design. During the workshop, under the guidance of an experienced trainer and together with a group of entrepreneurs and designers, you will work concretely on the environmental impact of your products.
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With the Residual Value Tool you can calculate at product level the reuse value and at material level the recycling value of your product. During the workshop, under the guidance of an experienced trainer and together with a group of entrepreneurs and designers, you will work concretely with the financial residual value of your products.
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