How Are Emotional Attachment Strategies Currently Employed in Product-Service System Cases? A Systematic Review Underscoring Drivers and Hindrances

  • Marina Fernandes Aguiar*
  • , Janaina Mascarenhas Hornos Costa
  • , Daniela C. A. Pigosso
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Aiming to decouple value creation from resource consumption, the Circular Economy is considered an alternative to the current linear model of production and consumption. Among the innovative circular business models, Product-Service Systems (PSS) have been recognized as a possible route to achieve enhanced sustainability performance through the extension of product lifespans and the reduction of product substitution. However, PSS may lead to rebound effects due to less careful behavior during the use phase, which compromises product durability. Currently, the effect of non-ownership models on product care is not yet fully understood, nor are the strategies that could enable better product care. This research aims to deeper comprehend the consumer-product relationships in PSS solutions, as well as to shed light on the potential role of emotional durability in PSS development for product attachment. In order to do so, this paper analyses twelve Product-Service System cases derived from a systematic literature review, categorizing the emotional attachment strategies in each case, and identifying how these strategies might hinder or potentialize PSS solutions.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the International Conference on Engineering Design (ICED23)
EditorsKevin Otto, Boris Eisenbart, Claudia Eckert, Benoit Eynard, Dieter Krause, Josef Oehmen
Volume3
PublisherCambridge University Press
Publication date2023
Pages2095 - 2104
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event24th International Conference on Engineering Design - Bordeaux, France
Duration: 24 Jul 202328 Jul 2023
https://iced.designsociety.org

Conference

Conference24th International Conference on Engineering Design
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityBordeaux
Period24/07/202328/07/2023
Internet address
SeriesProceedings of the Design Society
Volume3
ISSN2732-527x

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
    SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  2. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

Keywords

  • Circular economy
  • Product-Service Systems (PSS)
  • Emotional design
  • Product Care
  • Consumer behaviour

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