INTRODUCTION
The aim
The aim of the module is to provide basic knowledge of waste management, as well as concrete examples of the recycling of waste collected separately or the reuse of waste materials in a way that preserves their original composition and function.
The objectives
In this chapter you will learn the difference between waste and rubbish, and between reuse and recycling. It is essential that individuals and the industry act and behave in a more environmentally conscious way to reduce and reuse waste.
The rationale
This chapter will take you through 3 examples of practical approaches to recycling and remanufacturing. The first case study illustrates the recycling potential of polystyrene foam in the construction industry, while the second and third examples show the practice of recycling plastics and paper in an industrial environment.
The learning outcomes
Recycling aims to convert materials that become waste into raw materials and produce secondary, recyclable materials that help reduce the use of natural materials. In the shift from a linear to a circular economy model, everyone has a role to play, from product designers to sellers and consumers. We need to move to an environmentally friendly and truly sustainable model of production processes.
The duration of the course/study of this chapter:
Approximately 1,5h