Environmentally-Friendly Product Development
Environmentally-Friendly Product Development

Author: Eberhard Abele

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2007-08-06

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 1846280869

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Development of environmentally friendly products gains an increasing - portance in science and in industry. While product development was strongly dedicated to achieve quality, cost and time targets, environmental issues indirectly had always been under consideration by engineers, see Fig. 1. Furthermore a methodology for the development of environm- tally sound products was missing. Despite of significant progress in using computer aided tools for product development and design, environmental aspects were attended. Computer aided tools typically do not include methods for considering environmental issues enabling the designer to - sess a product’s environmental effects. Fig. 1. Vision of Environment as a key target for product development v vi Preface Product related environmental issues are getting more and more political and public awareness. Development of environmentally friendly products has become an action item for both, politics and industry (UNFCCC 1997). Energy consumption is on the agenda and covers pollution and resource saving. Typical topics of directives of the European Union are waste, noise, air pollution, water, nature and biodiversity, soil protection, civil protection and climate change. After the translation into national law the development of environmentally friendly products is a basic approach to contribute to the fulfilment of the topics mentioned above. In the European Community a “Communication from the Commission to the Council and the European Parliament” on “Integrated Product Policy” was adopted on th 18 June 2003 (EC 2003).

Sustainable Product Development
Sustainable Product Development

Author: Daizhong Su

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-05-12

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 3030391493

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This book offers a comprehensive review of sustainability and product design, providing useful information on the relevant regulations and standards for industries to meet increasing market demands for eco-products, while reducing their impact on the environment. The examples and methods presented allow readers to gain insights into sustainable products. The authors also explain how to develop products with sustainability features by applying tools and methods for sustainable design and manufacture. These tools/methods include • Regulations/directives related to sustainable product development • Popular lifecycle analysis software packages • Environmental and social lifecycle impact assessment methods • Lifecycle inventory databases • Eco-point and eco-accounting infrastructure • ICT and traceability technologies for sustainable product development • Sustainable design and manufacture • Integrated approach for sustainable product development A description of each sustainability tool is accompanied by easy-to-understand guidelines as well as sustainable product development methods. Five different case studies are also presented to illustrate how to apply the tools and methods into the development of real sustainable products. In view of the increasing pressure on industries to meet the, sometimes conflicting, demands of the market and environment, this book is a valuable resource for engineers and managers in manufacturing companies wishing to update their knowledge of sustainable product development. It is also suitable for researchers and consultants who are involved or interested in sustainable product development, as well as for students studying sustainable development, production, and engineering management.

Greener Products
Greener Products

Author: Al Iannuzzi

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2016-04-19

Total Pages: 213

ISBN-13: 1439854998

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As the global demand for natural and organic products continues to grow, making and marketing greener products is becoming an imperative. The old stereotype of green products’ sub-par performance has been shattered as large multinational corporations prove that you can develop and win in the marketplace with a naturals-based product platform. And the pull for sustainably minded products is not limited to consumer marketing—business-to-business marketing of greener products has also increased due to customer demand from all business sectors. The Case for Greener Products Making a compelling business case for why companies must provide greener, more sustainable products, Greener Products: The Making and Marketing of Sustainable Brands shares best practices for the design and marketing of greener products. The book examines ecosystem and regulatory pressures as well as market pressures from customers—consumers, business customers, and government purchasers—who have created a demand on manufacturers to bring more sustainable brands to market. How Are Greener Products Made? Through case studies of green design from companies such as GE (EcomaginationTM), Timberland (Green Index®), Philips, Apple Inc., Seventh Generation, Procter & Gamble, BASF, and others, the author explores initiatives in areas ranging from product design, sustainable sourcing, and packaging to energy efficiency, recycling, and end-of-life management. A contribution from guest author James A. Fava, one of the leading thinkers and practitioners in developing greener products, presents a toolbox of environmental management systems, programs, and tools for the development of greener products. Three Keys to Successful Green Marketing Campaigns Providing the backbone for the author’s analysis of green marketing, a contribution from guest authors Lee Ann Head, Karen Barnes, and Suzanne Shelton of the Shelton Group analyzes market trend data and helps marketers understand their customers and what moves them. The author then looks more closely at drivers for green marketing, outlining three keys for successful green marketing campaigns and using them to evaluate the approaches of several leading companies. He also offers advice on how to avoid "greenwashing," create successful cause-marketing partnerships, and use eco-labels wisely. Throughout the book, the author shares best practices and lessons learned from leaders in the field across various industry sectors. Written by the senior director of product stewardship for Johnson & Johnson, this timely book offers real-world experience, valuable insights, and practical tools for the effective design and marketing of greener products. The Best Days of Green Marketing Are Still Ahead See what Al Iannuzzi has to say about making and marketing greener products in an interview at Greenbiz.com.

Sustainable Product Design and Development
Sustainable Product Design and Development

Author: Anoop Desai

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2020-12-03

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 1000246183

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This book outlines the process of sustainable product design and development. It presents design guidelines that help prolong the life of a product and minimize its environmental impact. These guidelines specifically enable product design for end-of-life (EoL) objectives such as reuse, recycling and remanufacturing. Sustainable Product Design and Development also presents mathematical models that will help the designer determine the cost of designing sustainable products. This cost can be computed early during the design stage of a product. Sustainable Product Design and Development presents different ways and means by which a product can address all three pillars of sustainability—environmental conservation, social sustainability, and economic sustainability. Various case studies are incorporated in different chapters. Case studies on designing products for assembly, disassembly and remanufacturing have been presented in their respective chapters. The book also provides an overview of global environmental legislation to help the reader grasp the importance of waste management and sustainable product design. This book is aimed at professionals, engineering students, environmental scientists, and those in the business environment.

Encyclopedia of Sustainability in Higher Education
Encyclopedia of Sustainability in Higher Education

Author: Walter Leal Filho

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2019-10-28

Total Pages: 2306

ISBN-13: 9783030113513

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This encyclopedia serves as a tool to support universities across the world to implement sustainable development in higher education in a number of key areas, spread over 5 volumes:1. Policy-making, visioning, structures, management and strategies 2. Teaching, learning and competencies 3. Research and transformation 4. Campus greening, design, operations and carbon impacts5. Students and stakeholders ́ initiatives and involvement The encyclopedia will be of special interest to administrators and managers at higher education institutions; academic staff (e.g. lecturers, professors, researchers); technical staff and students. Also, other groups working outside higher education, but interested on the theory and practice of sustainable development, will find its contents useful.

Designing for Sustainability
Designing for Sustainability

Author: Tim Frick

Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."

Published: 2016-08-23

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 1491935723

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Pixels use electricity, and a lot of it. If the Internet were a country, it would be the sixth largest in terms of electricity use. That’s because today’s average web page has surpassed two megabytes in size, leading to slow load times, frustrated users, and a lot of wasted energy. With this practical guide, your web design team will learn how to apply sustainability principles for creating speedy, user-friendly, and energy-efficient digital products and services. Author Tim Frick introduces a web design framework that focuses on four key areas where these principles can make a difference: content strategy, performance optimization, design and user experience, and green hosting. You’ll discover how to provide users with a streamlined experience, while reducing the environmental impact of your products and services. Learn why 90% of the data that ever existed was created in the last year Use sustainability principles to innovate, reduce waste, and function more efficiently Explore green hosting, sustainable business practices, and lean/agile workflows Put the right things in front of users at precisely the moment they need them—and nothing more Increase site search engine visibility, streamline user experience, and make streaming video more efficient Use Action Items to explore concepts outlined in each chapter

Eco-friendly Products for Sustainable Environment Development
Eco-friendly Products for Sustainable Environment Development

Author: Dr. Devidas N. Patil

Publisher: Priya Lokare

Published: 2022-09-26

Total Pages: 173

ISBN-13:

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Every other day we read new about a fossil recently found that shows us the traces of our ancestors. We, being humans and creatures of this world have always left traces of us behind. But traces of this and previous century are not what we should leave for our future generations. Because this plastic waste these holes in ozone will endanger the lives of people and there will be extremely bad consequences. Nonrenewable energy sources are causing pollution around the world and are adding to entropy. Plastic will not degrade for coming thousands of years, and we are basically synthesizing things that is beyond natures ability to decompose easily. All this calls for production of material that does the job and is not harmful for our environment. During the old times, there were no shopping bags. People used to carry cloth bags in old days, now paper bags are their environment friendly replacement, which is not very great idea either since we are cutting down trees for that. This book was written keeping in mind all the troubles caused by using products that are harmful for environment and progress of this world toward creating eco-friendly products was discussed. The idea of creating the products that will protect the environment and make it a better place for current and upcoming generations. One of the main problems of using chemical dyes to color the clothes has made its way towards utilizing the dyes that are natural or digital alternatives. Tanneries are popular for releasing chemicals and metals that are toxic for other living things and we do not even realize how much plastic waste our single shopping trip produces. Fuels produced from renewable sources, plastic bag alternatives and some environmentally friendly items help people save money. Energy-saving appliances minimize energy and utility costs while using fewer natural resources. Currently, most businesses prefer employing eco-friendly resources to make items rather than conventional ones in order to protect the environment. In addition to the fact that global warming has gotten worse since the turn of the century, many businesses have started producing eco-friendly goods. When choosing to manufacture items, some businesspeople find it quite challenging to create a sustainable atmosphere. Because the business will be under pressure to develop new technologies to produce a product that is both dependable and environmentally friendly. This book will give you a ride of the replacements of products harmful for environment and how their better alternatives are helping the environment get back on track.

Design for Environmental Sustainability
Design for Environmental Sustainability

Author: Carlo Arnaldo Vezzoli

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2008-06-17

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 1848001630

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This volume is a technical and operative contribution to the United Nations "Decade on Education for Sustainable Development" (2005-2014), aiding the development of a new generation of designers, responsible and able in the task of designing environmentally sustainable products. The book provides a comprehensive framework and a practical tool to support the design process. This is an important text for those interested in the product development processes.

The Philosophy of Sustainable Design
The Philosophy of Sustainable Design

Author: Jason F. McLennan

Publisher: Ecotone Publishing

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13: 9780974903309

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The author outlines the major ideas and issues that have emerged in the growing movement of green architecture and sustainable design over the last thirty years. The book asks individuals to understand how the philosophy of sustainable design can affect their own work.