Table 1. Different approaches to improving product sustainability.
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Current single-attribute
approach |
Sustainable product
indexing |
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Different labels for every impact
area |
One or a few integrative labels or
programs |
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Measure tangible product
characteristics |
Measure impact throughout product life
cycle |
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Control through prescriptive limits |
Improve through incentives for
innovation |
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Ensure immediate health and safety |
Ensure global and long-term health and
safety |
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Learn through reductionist strategies |
Learn through adaptation and
experimentation |
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Led by local and national government |
Led by global coalition of governments, industry,
NGOs, and local stakeholders (e.g., growers, etc.) |
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