Last modified: 2014-09-11
Abstract
performance is challenging. The rapid evolution of electronic products
stands in stark contrast to the glacial evolution of product standards.
Electronics are constantly redesigned and improved to provide ever new
functions to users, and hence use a variety of materials. While product
standards, created to define and measure environmental performance,
evolve over years. In particular if they are to become accepted by the global
market place as credible and scientific. To date, EPEAT occupies a unique
space in the world of standards and eco-labels, connecting a product
standard to an online registry to support services for purchasers wishing to
specify EPEAT products. With its strengths and weaknesses, EPEAT
presents an insightful case for study.
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