EWW Conference Agenda

A session that moves beyond buzzwords to explore the reality of the home appliance sector. Featuring perspectives from manufacturers, recyclers, PROs, and policymakers, this panel addresses the unique 15- to 20-year "Time Lag" between an appliance's design and its end of life. The discussion will address the gap between evolving eco-design requirements and the realities of mass mechanical shredding, as well as the challenges that hinder effective collection and the bottlenecks that prevent manufacturers from securing the high-quality secondary raw materials needed to build the next generation of appliances. Beyond identifying these systemic issues, the panel will explore solutions to align design, collection, and material recovery for a more circular future.