A “Mark I” measurement methodology for pollution prevention progress occurring as a result of product design decisions

摘要

AbstractA methodology for assessing progress in pollution prevention resulting from product redesign, reformulation or replacement is described. The method compares the pollution generated by the original product with that from the modified or replacement product, taking into account, if desired, the various lifecycle stages of the product. The pollution prevented (or sometimes increased) as a consequence of the redesign is delineated with respect to the media affected (water, air, or soil/groundwater) and with respect to three “categories” of pollution impact (human health impacts, use impairment impacts and disposal capacity impacts). The method also provides information as to the specific “classes” of pollution prevented such as toxic organics, heavy metals, global warmers, nutrients, aquatic life toxicants or hazardous wastes. The methodology is extendable to pollution prevention projects of all types, not just product r