Professional Certificate in Circular Product Design Thinking
Published on June 18, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to have an expert in circular product design thinking. Can you tell us a bit about your experience and what drew you to this field? GUEST: I've been a product designer for over a decade and became interested in sustainability a few years ago. I realized that we needed to rethink how we design products to minimize waste and maximize value. HOST: Absolutely, and that's exactly what the 'Professional Certificate in Circular Product Design Thinking' is all about. Can you share some current industry trends that are relevant to this course? GUEST: Sure, there's a growing interest in sustainable materials and circular design principles. Companies are starting to see the value in designing products that can be reused, repaired, or recycled, rather than discarded after one use. HOST: That's great to hear. But I'm sure there are challenges in implementing these principles. Can you share some of the challenges you've faced in your own work or while teaching this subject? GUEST: One challenge is convincing stakeholders to invest in sustainable design. It can be more expensive upfront, but the long-term benefits far outweigh the costs. Another challenge is finding sustainable materials that meet the same performance standards as traditional materials. HOST: Those are important considerations. Finally, where do you see the future of circular product design thinking going? GUEST: I believe circular product design thinking will become the norm in the future. As resources become scarcer and the cost of waste increases, companies will have no choice but to adopt sustainable design practices. HOST: That's a powerful message, thank you for sharing your insights with us today. And thank you, listeners, for tuning in. Remember to explore the 'Professional Certificate in Circular Product Design Thinking' to transform your career and make a difference in the world.
