Downcycling converts high-value waste into lower-grade applications like insulation or rags, which eventually end up in landfills. Resourceization, facilitated by technologies like Carbios or Eastman CRT, restores waste to its original chemical state. For your Digital Product Passport (DPP), you must prioritize “Resourceization” to claim a true closed-loop cycle, which carries significantly higher value in the 2026 regulated market.