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GSS TBL S-LCA Benefits

There are many benefits of a TBL S-LCA:

  • Benefits for Consumers
  • Benefits for Retailers
  • Benefits for Distributors
  • Benefits for Manufacturers
  • Benefits for New Product Developers
  • Benefits for Investors
  • Benefits for CPAs

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GSS TBL S-LCA Functions

This describes the functions of the GSS Standards-based TBL LCA.

  • Choose which parts of the Triple Bottom Line you want to work with. Change weights to zero for those metrics you do not want to compare.
  • Add custom metrics by request - all of your team can now be included in your decision-making and development tracking processes 

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GSS TBL S-LCA Features

This describes some of the main features of the GSS TBL LCA.

  • we specialize in and evaluate products and services via multivariate comparative decision-making
  • multiple product / item comparison
  • multiple SDS/MDS/MSDS mixes -- and environmental impact calculations
  • create your own customized process metrics
  • data entry screens automatically created, or use batch update to load your .csv data files to your own custom specs
  • multiple graphical output formats
  • measure and optimize your entire "chain" of operations, from supply chains to delivery chains

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Billions Of Tires Reach End Of Life Each Year, How Can They Be Disposed Of In A Sustainable Way?

Submitted by Matt Chester
on Mon, 02/04/2019 - 11:04

The transportation sector is typically pegged to account for 23% of global greenhouse gas emissions and is often considered one of the top industries that require addressing to prevent the worst effects of climate change. These considerations are typically only looking at tailpipe emissions that come from fueling cars, trucks, and more.

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Green Homes From the Ground Up: How the Materials Used to Build Your House Can Be The Most Important Sustainability Decision

Submitted by Matt Chester
on Wed, 01/02/2019 - 21:33

When most people consider making their homes 'green' or 'sustainable,' they gravitate to the same typical solutions:

  • Purchasing appliances and devices that are more energy efficient; 
  • Upgrading the building envelope through insulation and high-performance windows; or even
  • Committing to personal habit changes, like turning the lights off more or only running the dishwasher when it's full.

These solutions are all valuable, and they should certainly be taken into account for most households. 

Among the most exciting ways to ensure a home is green, though, is one that you likely can't embrace if

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Sometimes a person just nails it…

Submitted by gssadmin
on Mon, 10/19/2009 - 12:51

Every now and then, someone makes a speech that inspires as much as it empowers. After I read Paul Hawkens’ Speech I knew I had to share it.

Enjoy… You are Brilliant, and the Earth is Hiring

The Unforgettable Commencement Address to the Class of 2009, University of Portland, by Paul Hawken

When I was invited to give this speech, I was asked if I could give a simple short talk that was “direct, naked, taut, honest, passionate, lean, shivering, startling, and graceful.” No pressure there.

Let’s begin with the startling part. Class of 2009: you are going to have to figure out what it means to

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Green Star Standard News Established

Submitted by gssadmin
on Thu, 08/27/2009 - 20:00

Welcome to Green Star Standard!

News about sustainability and life cycle assessment (aka: life cycle analysis, life cycle costing, and many other names).

We will provide you with the best information about the “green” industry on a couple of fronts, including

  • “green” industry standards (and our interpretation of what they mean)
  • news that relates to the “green” industry
  • ground-breaking green products and services for consumers and buyers at all levels
  • announcements about Green Star Standard

We’re passionate about sustainability, zero waste, optimum resource utilization, pollution prevention, and

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