Circular Economy Case Study: SodaStream

‘SodaStream - beyond the bottle’ a circular design approach to addressing global challenges.

Assessment Context & Scope

Sustainability-focused research and design assessment demonstrating the application of circular design and communication of sustainability strategies through visual and written presentation.

Responsibilities & Contribution

• Conducted independent research into sustainability principles

• Analysed product/material choices in relation to lifecycle impact and resource efficiency

• Developed design concepts and recommendations aligned with sustainable design best practice

• Created a clear presentation to communicate key messages

Objectives

To investigate and communicate sustainability principles within a real-world design context.

Sustainability Impact Considerations

• Applied lifecycle thinking to assess impacts across production, use and end-of-life stages

• Prioritised resource-efficient, durable and low-waste design solutions

• Considered social, economic and environmental implications to inform outcomes

Outcomes & Key Results

• Developed an informed sustainability strategy grounded in lifecycle assessment

• Produced and communicated findings through a professional academic poster presentation

• Demonstrated capacity to translate complex sustainability concepts into clear messaging

• Received the peer reviewed People's Choice Award for Best Academic Poster

Institution

University of Tasmania [UTAS]