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Topics of the Module:
Unit I. Eco-design definitions, techniques, strategies and standards

Duration: 10 hours of self-study

Learning outcomes of Unit I:

Knowledge Skills Competences
The participant has an The participant names The participant realises

integrated knowledge different strategies techniques and strategies
about the first stage of towards reducing, supporting designing and
the product/service reusing, recycling and redesigning, especially to
lifecycle (=design), the reinvesting material minimise the use of
difference between and analyses ways of materials.
design, green design reducing impact on
and eco-design, the the environment.
features, advantages

and disadvantages, as
well techniques of eco-
design, and European
eco-design regulations
and European
standards.

Unit II. Environmentally friendly products for business and day-to-day
activities

Duration: 7 hours of self-study

Learning outcomes of Unit II:

Knowledge Skills Competences

The participant has an The participant The participant realizes
integrated knowledge assesses sectors and sustainable practices for
about the Design for businesses on their reducing the use of
the Environment (DfE) sustainability materials and recognizes
approach and across approaches and conscious behaviours in
different sectors, as well especially in view of dispose of products.

as about the redesigning products
greenwashing process. and services to
minimise the use of
materials.

Unit III. Sustainable solutions for eco-minded start uppers and entrepreneurs

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