ENV442E

Sustainable production and consumption

(ART)

Doug Holmes

6 points + 2 hours per week + First semester + Clayton

Synopsis: The application of sustainable development principles to systems of production and consumption. Key concepts and tools including lifecycle management, eco-efficiency, product stewardship, and industrial ecology and their application in a range of industry sectors. Synergies and linkages with advanced production methods such as lean manufacturing. Organisational changes necessary for achieving sustainable systems of production and consumption.

Assessment: Essay or (mock) report to senior management (2000 words): 45% + A case study (2000 words): 45% + Class presentation: 10%