What does 'Waste' mean in English?
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What is a linear economy?
A traditional model based on 'take, make, dispose' where raw materials become products then waste.
What is a circular economy?
A production and consumption model involving sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling materials and products.
What is an example of a linear economy?
A plastic bottle used once and thrown away.
What are Circular Supplies made from?
Fully renewable, recyclable or biodegradable resource inputs.
What does Resource Recovery aim to prevent?
Resources, materials or waste leaking into the environment.
What are the five main life stages of a product?
Material extraction, production, distribution, customer use, and disposal after use.
Which stage follows production in a product's life cycle?
Distribution.
What does circularity mean in product and service design?
Designing to reduce waste and pollution, save resources, cut costs, and extend product use.
What should companies design products to do regarding waste and materials?
Eliminate waste, keep materials in use, and regenerate natural systems.
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