Kehäkehitys
Kehäkehitys, a Finnish term, translates to "circular development" or "closed-loop development" in English. It refers to a systemic approach to production and consumption that aims to keep products, components, and materials in use for as long as possible, minimizing waste and maximizing resource efficiency. This concept is a core element of the circular economy.
The principle of kehäkehitys moves away from the traditional linear "take-make-dispose" model. Instead, it emphasizes designing
Key strategies within kehäkehitys include product-as-a-service models, where consumers pay for the use of a product
The implementation of kehäkehitys requires collaboration across value chains, from designers and manufacturers to consumers and