1. Terminology
Definition of eco-design
There are many definitions of ecodesign, most of which have evolved over time and through feedback. This study refers to the most general definition: "A systematic integration of environmental aspects into the design and development of products (goods, services and systems) with the aim of reducing negative environmental impacts throughout their life cycle, while maintaining an equivalent or even better service. This upstream approach to the design process aims to find the best balance between environmental, social, technical and economic requirements, and product development" (AFNOR XP ISO/TR 14062 ).
Ecodesign was initially considered applicable only to physical products (AFNOR
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Bibliography
Websites
AFNOR Normes: http://www.boutique.afnor.org (page consulted on March 23, 2019)
AFNOR Standards projects: http://www.enquetes-publiques.afnor.org/ (page consulted on March 23, 2019)
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Standards and norms
AFNOR (French Standards Association)
- Sustainable development and corporate social responsibility – SD 21000 applied to local authorities – Guide pour la prise en compte des enjeux du développement durable dans la stratégie et le management des collectivités territoriales. AFNOR, 50 p. - AC X30-022 - 2006
- Sustainable development and corporate social responsibility – ISO 26000:2010 user's...
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