This paper describes a model, named “ENDLESS”, useful to address the design process towards more eco-compatible solutions. In particular, this tool can support the designer in the choice of the product with an higher recyclability potential from a set of different alternatives. The model takes into consideration a Multi-Attribute Decision-Making method and allows calculating a “Global Recycling Index” (GRI) starting from a set of energy, environmental, technical and economic indicators. A weight is assigned to each parameter following the experience of the designer; a sensitivity analysis is then performed to state how the different assumptions can affect the final results. The model is implemented in a software and applied to a case study: to establish the best recyclability option of middle and low voltage electrical lines used for electricity distribution in Italy.

Ardente, F., Beccali, G., Cellura, M. (2003). Eco-sustainable energy and environmental strategies in design for recycling: the software “ENDLESS”. ECOLOGICAL MODELLING, 163(1-2), 101-118.

Eco-sustainable energy and environmental strategies in design for recycling: the software “ENDLESS”

CELLURA, Maurizio
2003-01-01

Abstract

This paper describes a model, named “ENDLESS”, useful to address the design process towards more eco-compatible solutions. In particular, this tool can support the designer in the choice of the product with an higher recyclability potential from a set of different alternatives. The model takes into consideration a Multi-Attribute Decision-Making method and allows calculating a “Global Recycling Index” (GRI) starting from a set of energy, environmental, technical and economic indicators. A weight is assigned to each parameter following the experience of the designer; a sensitivity analysis is then performed to state how the different assumptions can affect the final results. The model is implemented in a software and applied to a case study: to establish the best recyclability option of middle and low voltage electrical lines used for electricity distribution in Italy.
2003
Settore ING-IND/11 - Fisica Tecnica Ambientale
Ardente, F., Beccali, G., Cellura, M. (2003). Eco-sustainable energy and environmental strategies in design for recycling: the software “ENDLESS”. ECOLOGICAL MODELLING, 163(1-2), 101-118.
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