Consider the following ecoefficient actions: a. Improve the performance of a steam system used to generate electricity,
Question:
Consider the following ecoefficient actions:
a. Improve the performance of a steam system used to generate electricity, reducing the use of energy and water.
b. Install a system that converts a waste product into a salable product.
c. Replaced solvent-based additives in a detergent blend with plant-extracted essential oils (reducing health and safety concerns).
d. Encoding plastic components to enable easier identification for disassembly and recycling.
e. Installation of a closed-loop water treatment plant to prevent the discharge of wastewater into a local river.
f. Redesigning a process reduces toxic releases and decreases energy consumption.
g. Converting sludge from a wastewater treatment facility into commercial compost.
h. Substitution of lower-cost, water-based solvents for flammable, toxic solvents.
Required:
Refer to Exhibit 16-1 (on page 697). Identify the objectives and opportunities associated with each of the actions listed above.
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Cost Management Accounting And Control
ISBN: 9780324233100
5th Edition
Authors: Don R. Hansen, Maryanne M. Mowen