The Sustainable Materials Management (SMM)

Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) is an approach that focuses on using resources—like raw materials, energy, and water—in a way that minimizes waste and environmental impact while maximizing economic and social benefits. It encourages designing products for durability, reuse, and recycling, and promotes smarter consumption and disposal practices. By managing materials thoughtfully throughout their lifecycle, SMM aims to reduce pollution, conserve resources, and support long-term ecological balance, ensuring that current needs are met without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs.