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The Life Cycle of a Product: What Happens After You Throw It Away?

Published 13 November 2025 | 8 min read Most of us toss things into the bin and move on. But what really happens after that moment? Where does “away” actually go? Every product you use has a life cycle from how it’s made to where it ends up, and understanding that journey can change how you shop, use, and dispose of items for good. When we trace a product’s full story, we start to see the hidden costs of convenience and the opportunities to make smarter, more sustainable choices. 1. The Birth: Extraction and Production Every product begins with resources,...

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