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The design for recycling of electronics guide: from recycling practice to design method

van Dolderen, Dorien C.; Bakker, Conny A.; Balkenende, A. Ruud

Type:
Papers
DS 145: Proceedings of the DESIGN2026 19th International Design Conference
Year:
2026
Editor:
Štorga, M.; Škec, S.; Martinec, T.; Marjanović, D.; Pavković, N.
Author:
van Dolderen, Dorien C.; Bakker, Conny A.; Balkenende, A. Ruud
Series:
DESIGN
Institution:
Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands
Page(s):
877-885
DOI number:
10.1017/pds.2026.10446
ISSN:
2732-527X (Online)
Abstract:
Electronic waste is one of the fastest-growing waste streams, yet only a small fraction is properly recycled. Many challenges in recycling originate in product design; for example the choice of materials and joining methods. This paper presents the first version of the Design for Recycling of Electronics Guide, developed to bridge the gap between design and recycling practice. Based on case studies, shredding experiments, and method reviews, it provides practical guidance to help designers anticipate and improve recyclability during product development.
Keywords:
design for recycling, circular economy, electronics design, design methods
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