Fostering absolute reductions in resource use: the potential role and feasibility of practice-oriented design

This is done on a theoretical and empirical basis, by drawing on practice theory and system innovation theory, and a case study on television entertainment practices and work by related actors. This is relevant given the increasing contribution of electronics to the environmental impact of households. The analysis shows how standardisation and predominantly technical experience and value definitions have consequences for resulting resource use levels and the feasibility of creating change. The lack of policy attention to the relationship between resource use and practical value may prevent actors from making use of the theoretical space for practice-oriented action. The article concludes by presenting recommendations for policy and practice on how to foster further exploration of it.