Glossary

Green Public Procurement means governments buy eco-friendly products that save energy, reduce waste, and support fair practices, helping protect nature and fight climate change while inspiring others.

The IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards help companies report clear, consistent environmental and social impacts, supporting transparency, better decisions, and a more sustainable economy.

Design for Longevity means making durable, repairable products that last longer, reduce waste, save resources, and support a circular economy for a healthier planet.

Buy-Back Programmes let you return used items for recycling or reuse, cutting waste and saving resources. They support a circular economy and often reward you with discounts or cash.

Refurbishment means fixing or upgrading buildings and products to extend their life, reduce waste, save resources, and support a circular economy—good for the planet and your wallet!

The technical cycle keeps materials like metals and plastics in use longer through repair, reuse, and recycling, reducing waste and pollution while saving resources and energy.

Buying and selling second-hand extends product life, cuts waste, saves resources, and supports a circular economy. It’s affordable, eco-friendly, and helps reduce pollution. Give it a try!

The secondary packaging market creates outer packaging that protects grouped products during transport and sale, focusing on sustainability by using recyclable, reusable, and lightweight materials to reduce waste and emissions.

CO2 is a natural gas vital for life but causes warming when excessive. You can lower your carbon footprint by saving energy, recycling, driving less, and choosing sustainable products.