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Taking products from cradle to cradle

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August 5, 2021

Businesses in Germany are starting to look to the cradle to cradle concept, creating a complete circular economy for every product they make. This means choosing sustainable ways of making goods.

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At DW’s Eco Africa, we are dedicated to promoting innovative concepts that safeguard our environment and enhance our livelihoods. Our weekly program highlights inspiring ideas from Africa and Europe, focusing on sustainable living and technology-driven solutions to the climate crisis.

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