Actor-based modelling and steering of material stream innovations (AMOSS)

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Working with the example of used tyres and the plastics used in the automobile industry, this research project is examining the extent to which and the boundaries within it is possible to reduce raw material consumption and associated pollutant emissions. In light of the dynamic growth of modern industrial and service societies, this research revolves around substance-related recycling and closed-cycle strategies.

This project will analyse in particular how, on the one hand, existing technology-based potential for conservation could be expanded and, on the other, how such potential could be utilised for the groups of actors concerned through the use of material flow innovations. This work will then consider not only the potential and behaviours of the actors (for example, aims, attitudes, level of knowledge) but also the institutional and legal conditions that act as drivers for / obstacles to such innovations.

These aspects will be examined with the help of a simulation model that makes it possible to portray changeable constraints on the actors' actions and show the interaction between the actors (multi-agent system).

Further information is available on the project website.

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