Resource Efficiency for Manufacturing and Materials (REforMM)
The programme aims for the UK to be a leader in resource efficiency with organisations understanding the environmental, social and economic impact of the full lifecycle and thriving from adoption of resource efficient solutions which are fundamental to UK and global Net Zero ambitions.
About the programme
Broad adoption of resource efficiency is critical for economic growth, to protect our environment and to ensure resilience of supply. However, maximum implementation of resource efficient solutions is a complex and enormous task.
As part of Innovate UK’s focus on net zero, they are investing £15 million in the Resource Efficiency for Materials and Manufacturing (REforMM) Programme. This programme is designed to put in place the key building blocks to help businesses transform to a resource efficient future.
This programme aims for:
- The UK to lead in resource efficiency
- UK organisations to understand the environmental, social and economic impact of the full product lifecycle
- UK organisations to thrive from the development and adoption of resource efficient solutions which are fundamental to UK and global net zero ambitions
Core focus areas of the programme
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Materials for the future economy
New material applications for cutting-edge products that reduce emissions, energy consumption and costs.
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Smart design
Effective design methods, design for resource efficiency, and design for maximum through-life value.
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Resilient supply chains
Sustainable feedstocks, supply chain visibility, and co-location of waste and emission streams.
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World-class production
Flexible production capacity, minimal material waste, high-quality products, high productivity, and full adaptivity.
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Longer in use and reuse
Minimising materials use and waste, practising complete traceability, and using new remanufacturing services.
REforMM Feasibility Study Competition
The REforMM Feasibility Study Competition (which closed 21st December) offered up to £1m to improve resource efficiency. A major collaborative R&D competition will be launched in Spring 2023.
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Reimagining Manufacturing and Materials - Critical for a Net Zero Future
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