Deconstruction is the process of breaking an engineered system down into its constituents with
the goal of preserving maximum value. The materials recovered via deconstruction work are
most commonly reused or recycled. This material flow allows the consumer to preserve the
imbedded energy in the materials by extending the useful life of the material with limited
additional energy input. This alternative is more environmentally responsible and economical
than harvesting and manufacturing raw materials for the production of virgin materials.