Circularity and Information Sharing for Resilient Value Chains (Pilot)

SUMMARY

This lesson explores strategies for creating circular, sustainable value chains, emphasizing the importance of information sharing and collaboration to build resilience, particularly in critical sectors like automotive and electronics. 

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

1. Outline methods to build sustainable and circular value chains: Explore innovative practices that emphasize resource efficiency, waste reduction, and closed-loop systems in sectors like automotive and electronics.
2. Emphasize the role of collaboration: Highlight the criticality of sharing data and fostering partnerships to enhance the adaptability and resilience of value chains.
3. Break down circular value chain components: Identify core principles like reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling. Discuss their potential to minimize environmental impacts and strengthen the robustness of supply chains in automotive and electronics industries.

About The Author

FEUP, the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto, is part of the University of Porto (UPORTO). UPORTO’s origins date back to the 18th century and it is now one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in Europe. FEUP is UPORTO’s largest faculty, with around 9035 students, 932 teachers and researchers in 9 departments. FEUP is at the heart of Porto’s Innovation District and is the driving force behind the success of the University of Porto’s Science and Technology Park, UPTEC, the winner of the 2013 European Region Stars Award for Smart Growth.