Assessing the Feasibility of Practical Cradle to Cradle in Sustainable Conceptual Product Design

Xiaochen Zhang, Xinyu Liu, Yang Zhang, Xing Xu (), Jiaxin Xiao and Ding-Bang Luh ()
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Xiaochen Zhang: Department of Industrial Design, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510090, China
Xinyu Liu: Department of Industrial Design, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510090, China
Yang Zhang: Department of Industrial Design, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510090, China
Jiaxin Xiao: Department of Industrial Design, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510090, China
Ding-Bang Luh: Department of Industrial Design, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510090, China

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 8, 1-32

Abstract: This paper delves into the feasibility of implementing Cradle to Cradle (C2C) principles in conceptual product design to achieve sustainability objectives. By developing two concept products and conducting a series of qualitative and quantitative experiments, this research demonstrates the potential of the C2C approach as a crucial guide in the design process and emphasizes its significance in creating environmentally and socially responsible products. Nevertheless, this study also highlights the challenges and limitations associated with the practical application of C2C theory and the attainment of optimal product performance. These findings underline the importance of integrating C2C principles into conceptual product design and call for further research to address the limitations of the theory and optimize its application in sustainable design. Overall, this research contributes to the growing body of literature on sustainable design and provides valuable insights into the potential benefits and challenges of adopting the C2C approach in conceptual product design.

Keywords: Cradle to Cradle (C2C); conceptual product design; sustainable design (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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