Times have changed
Home / Back Times have changed, Circularity has become a conversation stopper. This is a common input from circular economy practitioners at the moment. But we need to ask ourselves: why? Economic conditions are tough. Budgets are under pressure, customers are scrutinising every decision, and businesses need to deliver more value with less than ever. […]
Circular Economy thinking in designing cities
Home / Newsletter Circular Economy thinking in designing cities Cities account for over 70% of global CO2 emissions. An increase in transportation and industrial buildings emerging as prominent contributors to this phenomenon. 45% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions are caused by land management practices and the production of resources, products, and food. While Australia […]
What are the opportunities for the hospitality industry to better design for a circular economy?
Home / What are the opportunities for the hospitality industry to better design for a circular economy? You might say – Packaging! Yes, it is an opportunity. But what about the most obvious? “Portions we serve!” We’ve seen portions increase in size over the last decades. A 6½-oz drink became 20 not because customers demanded […]
The Rise of Shared-Use Design
Home / The Rise of Shared-Use Design What if products created more value after each use, not less? Shared-use models are now emerging as a practical lever for optimising resource use. The logic is simple: products designed to last, be repaired, or to be used across multiple life cycles (and users) to unlock its potential […]
Remanufacturing is a growth strategy, not a cost
Home / Remanufacturing is a growth strategy, not a cost Remanufacturing used to be considered a niche activity—an add-on to traditional production. Today, it’s emerging as a strategic advantage for manufacturers seeking resilience, revenue diversification, and sustainability. What does that future look like? More importantly, when we work with manufacturers, what do we encourage them […]