process of getting a product from the manufacturer to the stakeholders

products and materials are kept in circulation and do not become waste

a gap, or a need where a new or improved product would be beneficial

volume of carbon produced contributing to global warming

British English CC

Distribution: Better Shelter and wind-up radio

Design and technology

Investigating contexts

Circular economy and LCA

Design: Spider boot and Jaipur foot

Manufacture and materials processing: Fairtrade

Product in use: S H E uniform and Hippo Roller

Repair, maintenance and recycling: Energee Saw

Redesign: The Washing Machine Project

This unit develops pupils' knowledge of technology in the world around us.    The pupils consider a case study 'The Washing Machine Project' to empathise with issues faced by people in developing countries.  Pupils develop knowledge of moral and social issues alongside empathy.

The circular economy: developing countries

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

improving fuel efficiency through route planning

reducing driving speeds to lower emissions

monitoring emissions and setting sustainability targets

increasing driving speeds to get to destinations quicker

modifying vehicle design to reduce air resistance

In addition to using bio and low emission fuels, how else can the environmental impact of distribution vehicles be reduced?

Flat pack design reduces carbon emissions.

Modular parts allow for efficient storage and delivery.

Local assembly reduces global shipping needs.

Shelters are delivered fully assembled to save time.

Which of the following is **not** a sustainability benefit of Better Shelter's distribution design?

Trevor Baylis’ main focus for the wind-up radio was on the {{ }} of producing electricity without the need for batteries or mains powered sources.

The living income in developing countries is less than ...

What percentage of chocolate bought in the UK is Fairtrade?

investment to help build stronger, healthier communities

minimum price that must be paid to producers

money needed for a household to have a decent standard of living

regular care and fixes to keep a  product working properly and lasting longer

products that are no longer used or useful

Which is the correct definition for the circular economy?

Starter Quiz