Design for the Environment (DfE) uses environmental drivers in parallel with the principles of design and engineering to create value by increasing the efficiency of design. The benefits of implementing DfE include:
- Continual improvement to products – function, quality, performance and aesthetics;
- Better informed/trained workforce on DfE and eco-design principles;
- Fewer returned products through product durability;
- Lifetime extensions through re-use;
- Improved environmental performance;
- Lower production costs;
- Increased market share/sales;
- Improved customer/supplier relationship;
- Continued compliance with legislation;
- Easier disassembly and increased potential for recycling
- Recycled content in products – reduced material costs;
- Enhanced enabling technology;
- Longer product design life;
- Improved reputation and brand loyalty from improved quality and customer service; and
- Contribution to CSR commitments including reporting.
There are a number of ways Giraffe realise value under the umbrella of DfE. For more information see:
- Product and Packaging Eco-Design; and
- Product Design Reviews and Teardowns.