Choosing materials factors Flashcards

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Environmental factors?

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Made of recycled or reused materials?
Six Rs:
Reduce
Reuse
Recyle
Repair
Rethink
Refuse
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Cost factors?

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Can materials be bought at a discount?
Some materials can be expensive
eg. hardwoods

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Social factors?

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Not buying materials if they come from certain countries for political reasons.

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Ethical factors?

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Only buying fair trade. From ethical sources such as FSC (forestry stewardship) to make it sustainable.

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Cultural factors?

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Fashion

How it can change how people live.

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