This part really made me think. Apps like Uber and Airbnb say they help the planet, but I’m not so sure anymore. Are they really cutting down on waste, or just getting people to use more stuff in a new way? Like, swapping clothes or taking extra rides might look green, but they still burn energy and use resources. Maybe we need to ask more questions before calling these platforms truly eco-friendly.

This part makes me think about stuff like bike rentals or apps where you borrow clothes instead of owning. It’s cool for saving space and money, but I’m not sure if people really like this idea for long time use. I’m okay using shared things once in a while, but for something like a laptop or cooking items I use daily, I’d rather own them. It just feels better when it’s mine and I don’t have to worry about how others used it before.

This reminded me of what we discussed in class—how focusing only on producers misses half the equation. If consumers are the ones deciding what to buy, reuse, or discard, then ignoring their behavior kind of defeats the purpose. I think there’s a big opportunity to study how people engage with circular products—what motivates them or turns them off. Without that insight, how can policy or design ever lead to real change?

This description of circular economy (CE) consumption really challenges how we think about using and owning things. If consumption becomes anonymous—like using shared or rented products—will that impact how people express themselves through what they own? Many people form emotional connections with their stuff. So, does the shift to shared, access-based models reduce opportunities for personal identity and self-expression? Or can new forms of identity develop through community and shared values?

This line really made me pause. If shifting to a circular economy affects daily routines—like how we shop, own things, or even wash clothes—it feels strange that research hasn’t dived deeper into how people actually live through these changes. Aren’t people’s habits and resistance to change just as important as designing circular business models? I wonder if we’re overestimating how easily people will adapt, especially when convenience is a top priority for many.