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In concept, energy-equivalency can be used

We do not yet have good data to make this routine. A big issue now is discovering the resource footprints of various items and materials to make forward-thinking design possible. And we must learn to integrate many different factors into life-cycle design.

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In concept, energy-equivalency can be used
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Fresh water demands
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Total mass and space used
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Inverse of Index of Human Quality of Life
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Non-sustainable energy used
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Total energy consumption
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Toxic discharge index
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Virgin raw material extraction rate
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No measurement needs a monetary value
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Smaller process footprint is better
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