Proposal of Index of Cyclic Material Use in Green Environmental Profiles

Abstract

The author has developed a method for evaluating green environmental profiles. In the definition of eco-efficiency, the factors responsible for any kind of environmental burden were clarified. The eight evaluation criteria - new processes to eliminate emissions of hazardous substances; greenhouse gases; environmental emission in the atmosphere, water, and soil; industrial water; exhaust heat; and final disposal - can be used to evaluate each environmental burden. Emission targets were also specified in order to measure their achievements. The evaluation criteria include DfE (Design for Environment) support information for manufacturing, recycling, and disposal processes in the eco-efficiency equation. Achievement in every criterion is classified using an evaluation sheet developed for the purpose.