END-OF-LIFE HANDLING CONSIDERATIONS
41. Reduced Material Complexity
We strive to design products using a single material, or as few materials as possible, to simplify end-of-life management and avoid the complexities of composite systems. Where multiple materials are necessary, they are selected and combined with care—ensuring natural materials can biodegrade, and technical materials can be cleanly separated and reintroduced into new production cycles. This considered approach reduces waste and supports long-term ecological sustainability.
42. Biodegradable
We maximise the use of biodegradable and compostable materials, whether naturally occurring or thoughtfully engineered. These materials are chosen for their ability to break down safely at the end of a product’s life, reducing environmental impact and supporting ecological balance.
43. Easy to Disassemble
We design products such that, wherever possible, their components can be disassembled at the end of their life. Individual components can be cleaned, repaired, or repurposed, while others can be disposed of responsibly. By facilitating disassembly, products reduce waste, reintroduce materials into new life cycles, and support ecological sustainability. Disassembled parts retain economic value through reuse or repurposing, contributing to economic sustainability.
44. Reusable
Wherever possible, we design products to be reused rather than down-cycled. Reuse preserves material quality, reduces the need for new resources, and challenges both planned and perceived obsolescence. In doing so, it encourages a more considered and enduring culture of consumption.
45. Recyclable
As far as possible, our products are fully-recyclable, allowing materials to re-enter production cycles while retaining their value. Designs that enable primary recycling—returning materials to the same or equivalent product use—are preferred. Clear separation of components, particularly those with potential toxicity, is essential to this process.
46. Promotes/Uses Local Recycling Systems
We recognise that much of what is labelled as ‘waste’ ultimately ends up in landfills, where decomposition is limited and environmental impact persists. To counter this, our products are designed for easy sorting within local recycling and collection systems. Clear material identification and simple disassembly support effective recovery. This approach reduces landfill pressure, protects ecosystems, creates livelihoods within waste-management communities, and encourages a culture of sorting and recycling—strengthening ecological, social, economic, and cultural sustainability.