Recycledfreundliche
Recycledfreundliche is an adjective used to describe products, packaging, or systems that are designed to be easily recycled or to support recycling processes. The term is used in German-language sustainability discussions and in bilingual contexts; more common terms in German include recyclingfreundlich or recyclingfähig.
Ideally, recycledfreundliche designs minimize material variety and avoid components that complicate recycling. Typical principles include using
Applications span packaging, consumer electronics, automotive parts, and building materials. In packaging, examples include bottles made
Limitations include cost implications, performance requirements, and varying regional recycling infrastructure. A design that is recycling-friendly
See also: recycling, circular economy, design for disassembly, life cycle assessment.