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Identifying rebound effects in product-service systems: actors, mechanisms, triggers and drivers

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  16 May 2024

Daniel Guzzo  and
Daniela C. A. Pigosso
Daniel Guzzo*
Affiliation:
Technical University of Denmark, DTU Construct, Denmark
Daniela C. A. Pigosso
Affiliation:
Technical University of Denmark, DTU Construct, Denmark
*
dgdco@dtu.dk

Abstract

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The implementation of product-service systems (PSS) is prone to the occurrence of rebound effects (RE). This research aims to systematically identify the rebound mechanisms in a PSS context. Through the case study of a use-oriented PSS offer, we showcase a structured way to address RE that led to a comprehensive mapping of 23 mechanisms. The analysis demonstrates an approach to mapping rebound triggers, drivers, and mechanisms within the actors’ realms that designers can apply to ensure the potential sustainability gains of PSS offers.

Keywords

product-service systems (PSS)sustainable designdesign methods

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Design for Sustainability
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Proceedings of the Design Society , Volume 4: DESIGN 2024 , May 2024 , pp. 1279 - 1288
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