Purpose and objectives
Manufacturing industries are undergoing a transition in which products need to remain in use for longer and resources must be utilised more efficiently. At the same time, methods and incentives for recognising and preserving the value embedded in products at the end of their first use phase are often lacking.
The 3D-VALUE project aims to develop new solutions for Circular Value as a Service (CVaaS) – business models that enable value to be retained, recovered and recirculated through reuse, refurbishment and remanufacturing. The objective is to develop digital infrastructure, design methods and educational initiatives that support a more circular and resource-efficient manufacturing sector.
The project will:
- analyse current challenges and opportunities related to circular value creation,
- develop and test digital and organisational solutions that support circular business models,
- strengthen industry capabilities through education and training, and
- contribute knowledge and tools that facilitate the transition to a circular economy.
Implementation
The project is carried out through an international collaboration involving universities, industrial companies and technology providers in Sweden, Denmark and Türkiye. It is based on case studies within the manufacturing sector, where researchers and industry partners jointly develop and evaluate solutions for circular value creation.
The project combines the development of digital tools for information management with methods for product and service design, as well as educational activities for professionals. By integrating data, design and knowledge, the project aims to create practical conditions for implementing circular business models.
Expected outcomes and societal impact
The project is expected to contribute to more efficient use of products, components and materials, helping them retain their value for longer. By improving access to information about product condition, use and residual value, companies can make better-informed decisions regarding reuse, refurbishment and remanufacturing.
The results will strengthen industry’s ability to develop circular business models, reduce resource consumption and create new business opportunities. In doing so, the project will support the transition towards a circular economy and more sustainable patterns of production and consumption.
