I chose Design for the environment, more specifically the DfE governmental program, because I feel we need to do everything we can to protect and prolong our environment because it affects everything and everyone. I became more interested in this topic during our lecture about the environment and the slides regarding green products. These particular slides corresponded with the German website regarding Life Cycle Engineering and the website on PE sustainability.
Background: Design for the Environment Program is covered within the umbrella of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) which was established in 1992. It works to prevent pollution and the risk pollution presents to humans and the environment. The program within the EPA provides information regarding safer electronics, flame retardants, and safer chemical formulations. DfE also certifies green cleaning products through a Safer Product Labeling Program. The labeling program offers an opportunity to product manufacturers to partner with DfE and have their products certified within certain criteria and standards.
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