Use Cases

ASCA is focused on enhancing the sustainability of its Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) products by improving both the design and production processes. The key business goals are to: (1) replace existing materials with more recyclable and reusable alternatives that offer equal or better performance and lower environmental impact, and (2) implement LCA assessments of in-house production processes to reduce the overall environmental footprint across the value chain.

This use case aims to achieve these objectives by leveraging CIRCMAN5.0’s Collaborative Space to identify suppliers of sustainable materials with high reuse and recyclability potential. These alternatives will be incorporated into ASCA’s design software to propose new OPV models. Since OPVs are inherently recyclable, AI-driven parametric eco-design tools will be used to optimize the assembly and disassembly process, ensuring minimal damage and a higher recycling rate at the end of life.

Additionally, the Cognitive Digital Twin simulated environment, supported by AI-based Environmental Impact and LCA Assessment tools, will evaluate the production process from design to installation. This assessment will track pollutants and resource consumption, providing recommendations for optimizing the entire production cycle. All environmental data and product lifecycle information will be securely stored and tracked through the Digital Product Passport (DPP), ensuring transparency and compliance with circular economy principles.