Topic 2 - Part 2

What stages of a product's life does Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) assess?

• Production, Distribution, Utilization

• Extraction, Processing, Manufacture

• All stages from extraction to disposal

Explain the concept of system-level solutions in clean technology.

• It focuses on individual components and technologies.

• It addresses environmental challenges holistically by considering interactions between various components.

• It involves ignoring pollution control technologies in favor of whole systems solutions.

• It only deals with the problems at the 'end' of the manufacturing process.

What is the primary focus of Green Design?

• Maximizing profits

• Reducing environmental impact

• Increasing product complexity

• Expanding market reach

Give an example of an Incremental Green Design strategy related to material.

• Designing a product with fewer components

• Using recycled materials in production

• Reducing the size of the product

• Implementing a new manufacturing process

What is the primary goal of carbon capture in clean manufacturing?

• To release captured CO2 into the atmosphere.

• To reduce waste in manufacturing processes.

• To store captured CO2 underground to prevent its release.

• To generate electricity from captured CO2.

What distinguishes Radical Green Design from Incremental Green Design?

• The level of complexity and timescale of implementation

• The number of materials used in a product

• The size and weight of the product

• The amount of energy consumed in manufacturing

What is the key principle of a circular economy according to the Cradle to Cradle philosophy?

• Products are designed to be made again

• Products have a linear lifecycle

• Products are disposed of after use

What does the Precautionary Principle in Green Design entail?

• Taking preventive action in the face of potential environmental risks

• Reacting to environmental issues only after they occur

• Maximizing profits regardless of environmental impact

• Ignoring potential risks in the design process

What are two examples of internal drivers for Ecodesign?

• Market demand, government legislation

• Sense of social responsibility, need for increased product quality

• Increased personal motivation, actions of competitors

What are the three broad environmental categories that eco-design attempts to focus on?

• Materials, Energy, Pollution/waste

• Production, Distribution, Utilization

• Extraction, Processing, Manufacture