Designed for the Environment

The Design for the Environment (DfE) Program works in partnership with a broad range of stakeholders to reduce risk to people and the environment by preventing pollution. DfE focuses on industries that combine the potential for chemical risk reduction and improvements in energy efficiency with a strong motivation to make lasting, positive changes. DfE convenes partners, including industry representatives and environmental groups, to develop goals and guide the work of the partnership. Partnership projects evaluate the human health and environmental considerations, performance, and cost of traditional and alternative technologies, materials, and processes. As incentives for participation and driving change, DfE offers unique technical tools, methodologies, and expertise.

EPA's DfE program has reached more than 200,000 business facilities and approximately 2 million workers. In 2007, DfE reduced the use of chemicals of concern by approximately 188 million pounds.

 

To learn more visit their website at http://www.epa.gov/dfe/index.htm