A Framework Towards Design for Circular Packaging (DfCP): Design Knowledge, Challenges and Opportunities

Wei Liu (), Zicheng Zhu and Songhe Ye
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Wei Liu: King’s College London
Zicheng Zhu: Sartorius Stedim Lab Ltd
Songhe Ye: University of Cambridge

Circular Economy and Sustainability, 2023, vol. 3, issue 4, 2109-2125

Abstract: Abstract With environment becoming deteriorated, packaging industry is expected to take the circular economy (CE) approach through packaging design which is estimated to effect up to 80% of environmental sustainability impacts. This research aims to investigate the practical design guidance and considerations throughout the design process for developing CE-oriented packaging design solutions. Qualitative methods including interviews, workshops and secondary data were adopted to explore the circular packaging design practices which have been proven effective from 9 internationally leading firms. A ‘Design for Circular Packaging (DfCP)’ framework for packaging industry has been developed to guide firms and designers to create effective circular packaging design solutions. Major considerations in the CE packaging concepts, material selection, design process and manufacture are also addressed.

Keywords: Design; Circular economy; Packaging industry; Packaging design; Circularity (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.1007/s43615-023-00264-3

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