On 22 March 2023, the European Commission adopted a proposal regarding common rules promoting the right to repair for consumers. A bold and timely move…
On May 22, UN Biodiversity Day, the white paper by collaborating scientists from Leiden-Delft-Erasmus: 'Connect climate and biodiversity, for society, economy…
‘The climate crisis is the greatest threat we face,’ says Leiden University environmental scientist Paul Behrens. ‘And yet, there is hope. In the near future, I…
Koos Biesmeijer is enjoying his spring holidays in a Frisian cottage when he spots a pair of cranes. It is February 20 and the temperature is 10 degrees celsius…
Compared to recycling, it is much harder to make a profit when integrating repair in a business model. But it is possible, says Steve Kennedy, who researches…
Real and lasting change towards a more sustainable society requires a change in the mindset of consumers. Dr Ellen Loots shares her thoughts on how the cultural…
Sustainable and efficient production are essential for reaching our climate targets. And repair will play an important role in reaching the ultimate goal: a…
Legislation can stimulate repair. But screws hidden so deeply in a product that they are nearly inaccessible are a repair nightmare. Bas Flipsen encourages…
The International Centre for Frugal Innovation of Leiden-Delft-Erasmus Universities celebrates its 10th anniversary with the (closed) meeting '10 Years ICFI…
The right to repair constitutes the biggest change in consumer law in 30 years, says René Repasi. He is a Member of the European Parliament and professor of…
