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Ecopedia part 10
Sustainability Sustainability refers to a quality and system of life that allows people to meet their current needs without compromising the resources available for future generations to meet their future needs. Sustainability rests on the belief that we can cohabitate with the environment if we …
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Ecopedia part 9
Polypropylene (PP) Polypropylene (PP) is a thermoplastic polymer which has excellent resistance to stress and it’s highly resistant to cracking with high tensile and compressive strength. Polypropylene is non-toxic and non-staining. Polypropylene is commonly used in most deli soup, baby bottles, syrup and yogurt containers, …
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Ecopedia part 8
Photodegradable Substances that can be degraded (broken down into their simpler, basic forms) by the action of ultraviolet rays present in the sunlight. Phthalates Phthalates are chemicals used to make vinyl and other plastic materials soft and with increased flexibility. Phthalates exist in many different …
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Ecopedia part 7
Low-Flow Fixtures Plumbing fixtures that dramatically decrease the amount of water released per use are deemed “low-flow” or “low-flush.” These fixtures apply just enough water to be effective, which in turn saves excess, clean, drinking water that usually ends up down the drain. Toilets are …
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Ecopedia part 6
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Greenhouse gases are chemical compounds that contribute to the greenhouse effect. Examples of greenhouse gases include carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide and water vapour. When in the atmosphere, a greenhouse gas enables sunlight (solar radiation) to enter the atmosphere where it warms …
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Ecopedia part 5
Degradable Material that will undergo a process of deterioration or breaking-up by the action of natural forces (air, light, water) or by the addition of certain chemicals. Energy Efficiency “An important strategy for reducing our dependence on fossil fuels is improving energy efficiency (that is, …
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