Sustainable design aims to reduce the negative environmental impact of products and processes by minimizing waste and pollution.

Cradle-to-cradle design encompasses designing products for easy disassembly and recycling, using renewable and recyclable materials, and creating products that last a lifetime.

Biomimicry in sustainable design involves imitating the structures and functions of natural organisms to create innovative and sustainable solutions.

Modular design, disassemblable design, and recyclable design all contribute to designing products that can be easily disassembled and recycled.

Reducing energy consumption in buildings involves using energy-efficient appliances, optimizing building orientation and window placement, and installing solar panels.

Lightweight design, material-efficient design, and resource-efficient design all aim to minimize the use of materials and resources in product design.

Sustainable transportation design involves promoting the use of public transportation, encouraging walking and cycling, and developing electric and hybrid vehicles.

Repairable design involves designing products that can be easily repaired or refurbished, extending their lifespan and reducing waste.

Sustainable agriculture involves minimizing the use of pesticides and fertilizers, promoting crop rotation and biodiversity, and conserving water and soil resources.

Durable design involves designing products that are intended to last a long time, reducing the need for frequent replacements and minimizing waste.

Sustainable urban design involves promoting mixed-use development, encouraging public transportation and walkability, and creating green spaces and parks.

Recyclable design, compostable design, and biodegradable design all involve designing products that can be easily recycled or composted at the end of their lifespan.

Reducing water consumption in buildings involves installing low-flow faucets and showerheads, using rainwater harvesting systems, and xeriscaping.

Modular design, multi-functional design, and shared-use design all involve designing products that are intended to be used by multiple people or for multiple purposes.

Sustainable energy design involves promoting the use of renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency in buildings and transportation, and developing smart grids and energy storage systems.