Ecodesign means integrating environmental factors into the design process of all types of
products from toys packaging household appliances to industrial products like compressors.
It requires life cycle thinking with the environmental impact minimized at all stages of the
product cycle from the extraction of raw materials to end of use. Ecodesign is also a key to
success in the transition to a circular economy model. The ecodesign rules of thumb are a guide
to develop products that fit in the circular economy. This unique book serves as a key guide
for designers organizations governments companies or anybody else with an interest in a
sustainable future by addressing three main topics: First ecodesign is explained for what it
is and how it fits with the necessity for a sustainable planet. Second ecodesign is shown to
be a coherent and practical process with a plan and tools that can be used to provide solutions
for the environmental challenges the world faces. Third the impact of the ecodesign approach
is elaborated for enterprises governments and consumers. Both legislation and consumer
pressure for more sustainable goods and services require industry and academia to come up with
meaningful solutions that consider economic societal and environmental aspects alike. This
book provides the necessary clarity and tools to assess current products and support and
inspire design of new ones to minimize the environmental impact and improve the circularity.
Contents: * Necessity of Ecodesign * Emergence of Ecodesign and the Circular Economy Model *
Design for X * Ecodesign Tools * Ecodesign in the Product Development Process * Stimulating
Ecodesign * Ecodesign and Entrepreneurship * Ecodesign and Governance * Ecodesign and Consumers
