Knowledge (XXG)

Decision Earth

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The unit focuses on the concept of consumer product life cycle analysis, an approach to assessing the environmental impacts of a product at each stage in its life from raw materials extraction through disposal. Using this approach, a product is evaluated in terms of energy consumed, atmospheric and
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argued in its package that disposable diapers are no worse for the environment than cloth diapers, a claim based on scientific studies funded by the company, which is the world's largest manufacturer of disposable diapers. The package described garbage-fueled incineration processes where energy is
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Its asserted aim was assisting students to make informed consumer product choices, and to educate then in the environmental impact of their choices:
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The materials given to teachers and students include overhead transparency masters, student worksheets, and a teacher's guide.
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recovered as "thermal recycling" without mentioning the toxic ash or emissions that result.
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It has been asserted that "Decision Earth" included a series of controversial claims about
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Clifford, Frank (November 13, 1995). "Battle Over Environment Moves to the Classroom".
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waterborne emissions generated and solid waste created for disposal.
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Procter & Gamble long-term environmental sustainability vision
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name="ABC(Australia)_www.abc.net.au_science_slab_beder"
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Procter & Gamble have claimed the package builds
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Index

environmental education
junior high school
Procter & Gamble
critical thinking
waste disposal
mining
forestry
Procter & Gamble
United States
Procter & Gamble



"Decision: Earth"
Education Resources Information Center



Sharon Beder
"Corporate Manipulation of Science Education"
ABC Online
Australian Broadcasting Corporation


"Business :: Corporate Teaching Aid Gets Low Marks -- Procter & Gamble Text Says Clear Cutting OK For Environment"
The Seattle Times
Los Angeles Times
Procter & Gamble long-term environmental sustainability vision
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