Questions to ask
by Jeff Hix on 2009-01-15 10:26:48
When making purchasing decisions, it pays to do a little homework.
Consider the following:
- Is the product less hazardous?
- Is it reusable or more durable?
- Is it made from recycled materials? Do we really need to buy a virgin product when the recycled version is just as good?
- What happens to the product at the end of its life? Can it be recycled? Will the manufacturer take the product back? Will it need special disposal?
- Does it conserve energy or water?
- Is it made from renewable plant-based raw materials?
reduce, reuse, recycle

