Objectives

1
Development of the Circular AI Platform

Implement a digital solution based on artificial intelligence (AI) and optical character recognition (OCR) for the identification and classification of recoverable components.

Integrate machine learning systems to optimize disassembly and material assessment processes.

Facilitate interoperability among manufacturers, recyclers, repair centers, and the EPR system.

2
Optimization of Component and Material Recovery

Establish criteria for the selection and recovery of key components such as ceramic glass, electronic boards, and Induction elements.

Differentiate between industrial secondary raw materials and other materials for the recycling sector.

Develop a scalable and replicable recovery model applicable to other electrical and electronic equipment.

3
Implementation of the Digital Product Passport (DPP)

Create a digital traceability system to document the origin, condition, and reuse feasibility of recovered components.

Ensure a DPP aligned with European regulations and integrable with the future European Digital Passport.

Make recovered materials information accessible to manufacturers, repairers, and recyclers.

4
Ensuring Regulatory Compliance and Transparency

Align processes with the WEEE Directive, ISO 14001, ISO 59001, and WEEELABEX standards to guarantee sustainable waste management.

Integrate traceability and certification mechanisms, including systems like Book&Claim, Chain of Custody, and Guarantees of Origin.

Coordinate with EPR systems to ensure the reintegration of materials into the value chain.

5
Industrial Validation and Application of the Circular Model

Conduct industrial testing to verify the technical and economic feasibility of component reintegration.

Develop an eco-designed product based on recovered components as a demonstrator.

Evaluate the environmental impact of the model compared to conventional recycling systems.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Key component recovery rate

≥ 90% of selected components must be recovered and suitable for reuse or recycling.

Digital Product Passport implementation (DPP)

100% of recovered components must be documented in the digital traceability system.

Reduction in electronic waste

At least 30% fewer kitchen hobs sent to recycling without recovering components.

Effectiveness of AI-based identification

≥ 95% accuracy in the classification of recoverable components using OCR and machine learning.

Regulatory compliance

100% of operations aligned with the WEEE Directive and applicable ISO standards.

Optimized processing time

20% reduction in disassembly and classification time compared to manual methods.

Development of an eco-designed product

Functional kitchen hob prototype based on recovered materials and ready for industrial validation.