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Closed-Loop System

This is a system where resources are continuously reused or recycled, thus creating a cycle with little to no waste. It is often used to describe the circular flow of materials in a sustainable or environmentally friendly context. In the closed-loop system, the materials used to create products are designed to be collected, processed, and then reintroduced back into the production process. Essentially it involves designing products with recyclability and reusability in mind.

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