Materiaalsstromen
Materiaalsstromen, or material flows, refers to the movement of materials through a system. This concept is central to fields such as industrial ecology, environmental management, and economics. It involves tracking the extraction, production, consumption, and disposal of raw materials and manufactured goods. Understanding these flows is crucial for assessing environmental impacts, optimizing resource use, and developing sustainable practices.
The analysis of materiaalsstromen can be applied at various scales, from individual products and companies to
Key aspects of materiaalsstromen include the distinction between primary (virgin) and secondary (recycled) materials, and the