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Johan Vogt Duberg is a leading researcher in sustainable manufacturing, with a primary focus on remanufacturing and its integration into original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to advance the circular economy. His work addresses a critical gap: why OEMs hesitate to adopt remanufacturing despite its proven environmental and economic benefits. Duberg’s major contributions include developing the “5-step approach for initiating remanufacturing (5AFIR)” (2023, 18 citations), a practical framework that guides OEMs through the transition from linear to circular production models. He has also conducted detailed economic evaluations of remanufacturing in extended supply chains, notably through a case study on robotic lawn mowers (2020, 11 citations), demonstrating how OEMs can profitably close resource loops. His research consistently quantifies the economic benefits of remanufacturing scenarios (2021, 9 citations) and outlines pathways for OEMs to become circular (2020, 8 citations). Duberg’s work is highly impactful for both academics and industry practitioners seeking to reduce resource consumption while maintaining profitability. By focusing on real-world applications and providing actionable methodologies, he has become a key voice in the transition toward sustainable manufacturing.