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  • Environmental Science
  • Materials Science
  • Sustainable Design

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  • The plastic sector faces scrutiny for its linear lifecycle, low recovery rates, and environmental impact.
  • Achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) requires industrial accountability, including the plastics industry.
  • Product design significantly influences material recoverability and recycling effectiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the impact of plastics on various SDG indicators and their relationship with ecodesign strategies.
  • To identify plastic-specific ecodesign strategies that enhance resource efficiency and material recoverability.
  • To propose a new methodological framework for comparing and quantifying these ecodesign strategies.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic literature review was conducted to analyze the influence of plastics on sustainability dimensions.
  • The review examined the relationship between plastic materials, SDG indicators, and ecodesign approaches.
  • A novel methodological framework was developed for quantitative comparison of ecodesign strategies.

Main Results:

  • Plastics significantly impact multiple SDG indicators, necessitating targeted ecodesign interventions.
  • Specific ecodesign strategies were identified to improve resource efficiency and material recoverability in plastic products.
  • The proposed framework allows for quantitative assessment and comparison of different ecodesign strategies for plastics.

Conclusions:

  • Ecodesign is crucial for mitigating the environmental impact of plastics and promoting circular economy principles.
  • Implementing plastic-specific ecodesign strategies can enhance sustainability outcomes aligned with the SDGs.
  • The developed methodological framework provides a valuable tool for optimizing ecodesign decisions in the plastic industry.