Book Synopsis
Earth’s natural resources are becoming increasingly scarce, yet the drive for ever-newer products could not be greater. The strain on our natural resources is therefore increasing, but it is our contention that sustainable engineering design must be part of the solution rather than part of the problem.
Sustainable design incorporates the standard design process with the sustainable sourcing, use, reuse, and disposal of materials ensuring a minimum effect on the planet’s resources. The normal design process merely selects materials for manufacture often with no thought as to the source of the material or the method of disposal after the products life has expired, let alone the possibility of renewed or extended life through easy maintenance. ...
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