utilization / realization
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utilization / recovery
The use or further processing of materials, often waste products, in order to create a new use or value from them.
Die energetische Verwertung von Biomasse gewinnt an Bedeutung.
The energy recovery of biomass is becoming increasingly important.
realization / liquidation
In a legal or economic context, the conversion of assets into money, for example through sale as part of insolvency proceedings.
Der Insolvenzverwalter ist für die Verwertung des Betriebsvermögens zuständig.
The insolvency administrator is responsible for the realization of the company's assets.
The word is derived from the verb 'verwerten' (to utilize, to make use of), which in turn goes back to 'der Wert' (value). 'Verwertung' therefore describes the process of creating value from something or making an existing value usable.
Die Verwertung alter Kleidung schont Ressourcen.
The utilization of old clothing conserves resources.
The context makes clear which meaning is intended. If it is about 'Müll' (trash), 'Abfall' (waste), or 'Recycling' (recycling), it refers to the use of materials. In connection with 'Insolvenz' (insolvency), 'Vermögen' (assets), or 'Geld' (money), it refers to the economic meaning.
Die Verwertung von Altpapier ist ein wichtiger Teil der Kreislaufwirtschaft.
The recycling of waste paper is an important part of the circular economy.
In the context of recycling and energy, specific types of 'Verwertung' are often named. Common combinations are 'stoffliche Verwertung' (material recycling), 'energetische Verwertung' (incineration for energy generation), and 'thermische Verwertung' (thermal recovery).
Nicht alle Kunststoffe eignen sich für die stoffliche Verwertung.
Not all plastics are suitable for material recycling.
use
Verwendung generally refers to using a material for a specific purpose. Verwertung, by contrast, emphasizes that a material is further processed or deliberately used in order to derive a new benefit or value from it.
Die Verwertung des Altglases zu neuen Flaschen spart Rohstoffe.
Recycling old glass into new bottles saves raw materials.
Die Verwendung leerer Gläser als Vasen spart Geld.
Using empty jars as vases saves money.
