Rational Eco-design of Electronics

Course developed by: Ernesto Quisbert Trujillo, Grenoble INP – Phelma
Contact: ernesto.quisbertnoSpam@univ-grenoble-alpes.fr

Course Description

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the principles of designing electronics with sustainability in mind. Students will gain a solid understanding of the fundamentals of environmental impact assessment, exploring how electronic devices affect the environment throughout their lifecycle—from material extraction to disposal. In addition, participants will learn the essential instincts and strategies needed to design more eco-friendly devices, emphasizing energy efficiency, material selection, and waste reduction. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to create innovative electronics that minimize environmental harm while meeting modern technological demands.

Watch a short introduction to the course here.

Learning Objectives

After finishing the course, students are able to

• Critically apply the fundamental concepts of life cycle assessment methodology to estimate the environmental impact of products (electronics or not)
• Spot the key aspects of electronic components to simplify the life cycle analysis and adopt a more efficient eco-design approach
• Analyze information in an objective and reasoned manner