Impacts & Metrics

By focusing our research and development on innovations that increase reuse, remanufacturing, recycling, and recovery, REMADE® will enhance U.S. manufacturing competitiveness, increase energy and material efficiency, strengthen the resiliency of the U.S. supply chain, and create and retain jobs.

Technologies Developed by remade, once deployed, are capable of the following U.S. manufacturing impacts:

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REDUCING

the demand for virgin materials by

38.4 MMT annually, a $22.8 billion savings per year

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DECREASING

manufacturing emissions by

74.4 MMT per year

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REDUCING

manufacturing energy consumption by

1.3 Quads annually, a $7.6 billion savings per year

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creating & retaining

265,000

direct and indirect jobs per year, nationwide

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supporting U.S. economic growth

by generating up to

$54.4 Billion in new opportunities per year

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increasing the use of recycled materials by 38.4 MMT

and reducing the use of virgin materials by the same amount

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saving 1.36 quads

of energy per year to enhance U.S. manufacturing competitiveness

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creating & retaining

265,000

direct and indirect jobs nationwide

Projected Broader Impacts

DECREASING ENERGY USE & COSTS

FOR U.S. MANUFACTURERS

DECREASING EMISSIONS

of U.S. manufacturing

INCREASING THE RESILIENCY

of the U.S. supply chain

TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE METRICS (TPMs)

Our Technical Performance Metrics (TPMs) are designed to benchmark what success looks like. These metrics were identified and outlined in our technology roadmap and are reviewed annually.

-30%

Raw or Virgin Materials Consumed

A primary material is con

-20%

Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions

PROMOTE

Cross Industry Reuse

+30%

Recycled Materials Consumed

+25%

Embodied Energy Efficiency

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Aluminum

Aluminum is one of the most important materials for the energy transition. It is used throughout multiple industries including aerospace and automotive. It is especially important for electric vehicles. 

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Steel

Steel is widely used and one of the most energy intensive materials. It is the focus of global decarbonization efforts due to it’s importance to numerous industries including construction, defense, automotive, aerospace, plkus many more.

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Copper

Copper is officially listed as one of the nations most critical minerals. We are working everyday to reduce the U.S.’s reliance on foreign countries for this vital resource.

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Cast Iron

Cast iron is import to multiple industries, including the heavy duty construction and agricultural industries.

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Platinum Group Metals (PGMs)

Platinum

Platinum is critical to the nation’s energy transition and is especially important to the highly-competitive electronics industry. 

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Palladium

Palladium is critical to the nation’s energy transition and is especially important to the highly-competitive electronics industry. 

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Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a type of thermoplastic polymer that is widely used in the production of plastic bottles, packaging materials, and fibers. It is known for its lightweight, transparent, and durable properties, making it a popular choice for various applications. PET is recyclable and commonly identified by the recycling symbol with the number 1 inside, indicating its suitability for recycling and reprocessing.

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Rubber

The materials of modern pneumatic tires are synthetic rubber, natural rubber, fabric, and wire, along with carbon black and other chemical compounds.
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Polyamides

This complex polymer includes materials such as nylon and Kevlar.

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Polyolefins

Polyethylene (PE)

Polyethylene (PE) is a versatile and widely used thermoplastic polymer that is known for its strength, flexibility, and chemical resistance. It is a key component in various everyday products, including plastic bags, films, bottles, pipes, and containers. PE is categorized into different types based on its density, such as low-density polyethylene (LDPE), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), and linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE). Its properties, affordability, and ease of processing have contributed to its extensive use across numerous industries, from packaging and construction to automotive and medical applications.

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Polypropylene (PP)

Polypropylene (PP) is a highly versatile thermoplastic polymer known for its durability, chemical resistance, and high melting point. It is widely used in a diverse range of applications, including packaging materials, textiles, automotive components, and medical devices. PP offers excellent strength-to-weight ratio, good impact resistance, and flexibility, making it suitable for various demanding environments. It is also known for its resistance to moisture, chemicals, and UV radiation, enhancing its suitability for outdoor and long-term applications. PP is recyclable and widely used in both consumer and industrial products due to its cost-effectiveness and favorable performance characteristics.

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Polystyrene (PS)

Polystyrene (PS) is a synthetic aromatic polymer that is widely used in the production of disposable foam products, such as food containers, packaging materials, and insulation. It is a lightweight material with excellent thermal insulation properties. PS can exist in two forms: expanded polystyrene (EPS), commonly known as foam or styrofoam, and solid polystyrene. EPS is lightweight, rigid, and offers good cushioning and insulation, while solid polystyrene is transparent, brittle, and commonly used in products like CD cases and disposable cutlery. PS is cost-effective, versatile, and has a wide range of applications due to its ability to be easily molded and its overall durability.

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