title: An investigation into the Eco-design of Energy Using Products directive.
abstract: This study reviews the eco-design of energy using products directive and additional legislation on the way that waste electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed of, and how this may influence the future product design of appliances. During the investigation 'lifecycle analysis' and consumers' responses to this legislation, and the industry were also reviewed. Finally, for future product designers who work with electrical and electronic equipment some guidelines and rules are given to consider while designing for the environment and sustainability.
authors.affiliation: Bournemouth University.
authors.forename: Christina Goodrick
authors.initials: CG
authors.lastname: Meech
mesh_terms: D001364:Awareness; D003246:Conservation of Energy Resources / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D003247:Conservation of Natural Resources / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D003625:Data Collection; D004463:Ecology / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D004581:Electronics / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D004867:Equipment Design; D005060:Europe; D005062:European Union; D015386:Hazardous Substances; D006256:Hazardous Waste / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D006801:Humans; D007221:Industry / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D011639:Public Opinion
chemical_list: D015386:Hazardous Substances; D006256:Hazardous Waste