ABSTRACT

A move towards more sustainable solutions based on a Circular Economy (CE) is needed, and to do so, CE solution (CES) design is a key. The focus of CES design is to create solutions that are, from an economic, environmental, social and life cycle perspective, resource efficient and effective, while maintaining the positive value within the overall system(s). This chapter highlights key issues that are important to consider in designing a successful CES: mindset, extended life cycle perspective, identification of relevant actors and their requirements, and CES design. Related to these, it highlights the difference between CES and traditional product design.