Technical Memorandum 66 (TM66) is a framework for action and assessment for all within the lighting industry to help create a circular economy in lighting. It was published by the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and the Society of Light and Lighting (SLL) in 2022.
TM66 covers a range of topics, including:
- Design for circularity
- Remanufacturing
- Recycling
- End-of-life management
It provides guidance on how to design lighting products that can be reused, remanufactured, or recycled at the end of their useful life. It also includes a case study of a lighting manufacturer that has successfully implemented circular economy principles.
For LightRevive and RICOMAN Lighting products, TM66 means that we can:
- Design our products to be more easily disassembled and reused
- Remanufacture our products to extend their lifespan
- Recycle our products to recover materials and energy
- Manage the end-of-life of our products in a responsible way
By following TM66, we can help to create a more sustainable lighting industry. We can reduce the environmental impact of our products, save energy, and create jobs.
Here are some specific examples of how TM66 can be applied to LightRevive and RICOMAN Lighting products:
- Design for circularity: We can design our products to be made from materials that are easily recyclable or reusable. We can also design our products to be easily disassembled, so that the components can be reused or recycled.
- Remanufacturing: We can remanufacture our products to extend their lifespan. This can be done by repairing, replacing, or upgrading worn or damaged parts. Remanufacturing can save energy and resources, and it can also help to reduce waste.
- Recycling: We can recycle our products to recover materials and energy. This can be done by breaking down the products into their component materials, which can then be reused or recycled. Recycling can help to reduce the environmental impact of our products, and it can also help to create jobs.
- End-of-life management: We can manage the end-of-life of our products in a responsible way. This can be done by collecting and recycling used products, or by donating them to charity. By managing the end-of-life of our products, we can help to reduce waste and protect the environment.
By following TM66, LightRevive and RICOMAN Lighting can help to create a more sustainable lighting industry. We can reduce the environmental impact of our products, save energy, and create jobs.