Optimizing Lifespan of Circular Products: A Generic Dynamic Programming Approach for Energy-Using Products

Slowing down replacement cycles to reduce resource depletion and prevent waste generation is a promising path toward a circular economy (<i>CE</i>). However, an obligation to longevity only sometimes makes sense. It could sometimes even backfire if one focuses exclusively on material res...

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Published in:	Energies
Main Authors:	Torsten Hummen, Stefanie Hellweg, Ramin Roshandel
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2023-09-01
Subjects:	lifespan optimization optimal replacement circular economy efficiency degradation energy efficiency learning curve
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/16/18/6711