On Wednesday 22 April, Wo Meijer will defend his PhD on 360° Video for Design, by Design at the TU Delft.
Achieving sustainability is an important challenge that requires new approaches to the design and production of materials and products. Bio-based plastics offer a promising opportunity in the search for sustainable materials. Derived from renewable feedstocks such as plants and agricultural waste, they offer an alternative to traditional fossil-based plastics. This dissertation explores how bio-based plastics can be incorporated into the development of durable products for a circular economy. It examines the opportunities, challenges, and decision points faced by product developers when working with bio-based plastics, moving beyond simple material substitution to rethinking product design and development. The dissertation provides practical guidance to support product developers in making informed, sustainable choices when developing durable, circular products with bio-based plastics.