Re-using, remanufacturing and recycling

The absolute consumption of raw materials in industrialized countries is placing too high a burden on the environment. One of the global sustainability goals is to ensure sustainable production and consumption patterns and to significantly reduce the demand for resources. The circular economy offers an opportunity to decouple growth from the consumption of non-renewable raw materials.

A modern circular economy relies heavily on the prevention, recycling, energy recovery and safe disposal of waste. The aim is to close material cycles where possible and eliminate harmful substances in order to reintroduce waste into the economic cycle as secondary raw materials. The effective utilization of waste as a valuable raw material helps to conserve natural resources.

We can make a significant contribution to the circular economy by already taking into account reuse, repair and recycling in the design and manufacturing process of products.