This term is a design approach that considers economically, socially and industrially, systems that are efficient but more importantly waste free. The entire cycle is constantly in motion and has no end point, proving that the product will always be in use and shall provide an advantage to whichever stage it is at. The play on words is taken from the phrase 'from cradle to grave'; instead cradle to cradle gives a much more positive view and shows the ability to recreate new product life through products that have finished their use to the customer.
This can be shown through a cycle diagram as shown below;
There are many companies that try to use this method. An exciting example of this is an unfamiliar substance; "Mushroom Materials' which is as you would assume, taken from mushroom fibre and other waste products within agriculture. These composites create a 'high performance, biobased home compostable alternative to expanded plastic foam'. This material is then used as an eco-friendly version of packaging.
C2C is a factor that we must consider within the design of our own eyewear. How the materials shall be sourced, hopefully locally to reduce CO2 miles, and the way that the customer shall dispose of them. We shall consider the use of the eco-material and its durabilities, hoping to giving a long product life. Another thing to consider is packaging; many luxury companies use an extortionate amount of wrapping just to give the product an extra touch of luxury. Cardboard is the most widely used packaging material for eco-friendly companies as it has a large strength, absorbing impact and can biodegrade quickly compared to plastic.
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