designtorecycle
Designtorecycle is a design philosophy that aims to maximize the recyclability of products at their end of life. It emphasizes selecting materials and organizing components in ways that enable recovery, sorting, and reuse of materials with minimal waste and environmental impact. The goal is to create products whose components can be separated and processed efficiently within existing recycling streams.
Core principles include using widely recyclable or reusable materials, avoiding mixed or layered materials that complicate
Implementation typically involves life cycle thinking, recyclability assessments, and collaboration with recyclers, waste managers, and policymakers.
Benefits of designtorecycle include reduced waste, lower resource extraction, and support for a circular economy. It
Examples span electronics designed for modular repair, packaging that preserves recyclability, and furniture with detachable components.