Task Force 2: ReDesign

supporting the design for better reuse, repair, refurbishment and recycling

analysis and development of possible design changes from perspectives of

• removing toxics and substances that become toxic in backyard recycling (e. g. PVC in wire-cabling)
• enhancing reuse, such as labelling systems on parts
• enhancing the recyclability of materials in end-of-life electronics

collecting and comparing present approaches of industry

studying on end-of-life implications with regard to product design issues

study of current technology trends affecting backyard recycling processes

development of a guideline for recommended design changes

Ongoing and planned projects of this Task Force or Consortia of TF Members are:

Project: DfR Case Studies Library

This study gives an overview on current approaches and case studies in the field of Design for Recycling.

Project: EU/Asia E-waste Partnership: Best Practice Partnership for Electronics Waste Management in Urban Areas of South-East Asia

The proposed project is intended to support the drawing up and implementation of new policies, techniques and approaches to govern aspects of e-waste reduction and management in context with the urban environment.

Working Paper: Inventory of best practice in DfR – Design for Recycling

This study intends to assess existing approaches in Design for Recycling (DfR) and thus, give an overview on best practices in DfR.

White Paper: Electrical and Electronics Product Design Requirements for minimized Global End-of-Life Impacts

The intention of this White Paper is to give a feedback from end-of-life problems on a global scale to product design.