What is material fraction in SAP SUS-CE - Circular Economy?

SAP Term: material fraction

• Component: SUS-CE

• Component Name: Circular Economy

• Description: A group of materials packaging belongs to. This group could be for example wood, polymer, biodegradable, glass, and so on. Fraction is a technical term in the waste management industry. Waste is collected and separated according to fractions.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Material fraction is a term used in the SAP SUS-CE Circular Economy component. It is a measure of the amount of material that is recycled or reused in a product or process. It is expressed as a percentage of the total material used. For example, if a product contains 50% recycled material, its material fraction would be 50%. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The material fraction can be used to measure the sustainability of a product or process. It can also be used to compare different products or processes and determine which one is more sustainable. Additionally, it can be used to track progress over time and measure the effectiveness of sustainability initiatives. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating the material fraction, it is important to consider all materials used in the product or process, including those that are not recycled or reused. This will ensure that the material fraction is accurate and reflects the true sustainability of the product or process. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The material fraction is closely related to other sustainability metrics such as carbon footprint and water footprint. These metrics can be used together to get a more comprehensive view of the sustainability of a product or process. Additionally, they can be used to compare different products or processes and determine which one is more sustainable.