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Whitepaper Eco-Balance of CRF product made with recycled or bio-based materials compared to fossil counterparts

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: CRF case evaluates increasing recycled polycarbonate (rPC) content in a 4WD command frame used in the automotive sector. Two C2G scenarios (30% and 50% rPC) were compared to a conventional ABS/PC blend. LCA results show that using 50% recycled plastic reduces CO₂ emissions by 21.7%, with materials being the dominant contributor. LCC analysis demonstrates a 20.8% cost reduction, proving recycled plastics offer both environmental and economic benefits.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17977311

Authors: Petridi, Angeliki, Papadaki, Sofia

Language: English

Topic: Environmental Impact and Sustainability

Subfield: Environmental Engineering

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Climate action

Open Access status: green

Funder: European Commission

Award: Converting Facilities Network for accelerating uptake of climate neutral materials in innovative products