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Study: Digital tech and 3D printing drive circular economy shift

A new review of research published between 2020 and 2026 identifies digital tools, additive manufacturing, and resource recovery as central pillars in the move toward a sustainable circular economy. The analysis, appearing in the International Journal of Services and Operations Management, draws on the academic literature to map where the field is heading. It also stresses that stronger collaborat…

Source: Phys.org

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Replacing plastic packaging with paper or glass may not lower environmental impact

New research suggests that swapping polyethylene (PE) packaging for alternatives like paper, glass, aluminum, or steel often fails to lower the overall environmental impact across a product's full life cycle. The findings indicate that material substitution can increase potential environmental impact of packaging systems.

What factors do you consider most when choosing between plastic and…

Source: Phys.org