The exponential growth in electronic waste (e-waste) comprising end-of-life electrical and
electronic equipment has emerged as a major environmental concern. E-waste recycling …

Many strategies have been proposed to support the transition to a Circular Economy (CE). In
most cases, circular design and product life-extension practices specify repair as an …

Increasing product lifespans is one of the most effective environmental strategies and
therefore repair is a part of the circular economy approach that aims to keep products and …

Reduced product lifespan results in accelerated flow of materials and ultimately more waste.
Rapid technology cycles, frequently changing consumer preferences and increasing market …

Industry has been considered a major actor regarding the actions and changes needed to
achieve sustainable development. Different approximations to the topic have been …

Energy efficiency is an important factor in the marine industry to help reduce manufacturing
and operational costs as well as the impact on the environment. In the face of global …

Dye-sensitized solar cells have been under development for the last three decades but are
yet to see the market. This has been attributed to stability issues of the electrolyte in the cell …

This article studies the influence of product lifetime labelling on purchase decisions. Based
on consumer theory of Lancaster, experimental survey data are collected from a population …

Product lifetime extension is key strategy for a functioning Circular Economy. Yet, the role of
material innovation and how this might contribute to longer product and material lifetimes …

Shrinking product lifespans, whose side-effects include increased natural resource use and
greenhouse gas emissions, are negatively impacting the environment. The circular economy …