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Responsible design

Official AQA section 3.2.8.

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AqaA LevelDesign And Technology Fashion And TextilesDesigning and making principles

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Environmental issues The importance of environmental issues in design and manufacture, including: • the responsibilities of designers and manufacturers in ensuring products are made from sustainable materials and components • the environmental impact of sourcing textile materials, their use and care on the environment • the environmental impact of packaging textile products, eg use of excessive packaging and plastic.
Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration 39 Conservation of energy and resources The concept of a circular economy, including: • how products are designed to conserve energy, materials and components • the design of fashion, clothing and textiles for minimum impact on the environment including raw material extraction, consumption, ease of repair, maintenance and end of life • sustainable manufacturing including.
the use of alternative energy and methods to minimise waste • the impact of waste, surplus and by- products created in the process of manufacture including reuse of material off-cuts, chemicals, heat and water • cost implications of dealing with waste • the impact of global manufacturing on product miles.

Eco-friendlySustainable sourcingSustainable ManufacturingCircular EconomySustainabilityCircular economy

Use specific examples: When discussing environmental issues, always back your points with specific examples of materials or practices.
Use specific examples in your answers: When discussing sustainable practices, always include specific materials or brands as examples.

Ignoring the impact of packaging: Always consider the entire lifecycle of a product, including packaging, when discussing sustainability.
Confusing sustainable materials with biodegradable materials: Understand that while many sustainable materials are biodegradable, not all sustainable options are; some may be recyclable instead.

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