Electronic Design and Manufacturing Sustainability – A White Paper from IPC’s Chief Technologist Council
Environmental sustainability is a driving force for both consumers and businesses across many industries; the electronics sector is no exception. Sustainability reporting standards and requirements are already in place in many countries regarding restricted materials, energy utilization, extended life requirements, recyclability, and end-of-life management. The industry must be ready to meet or exceed these requirements if we are to be good stewards of the planet. This white paper from IPC’s Chief Technologist Council provides an overview of several environmental sustainability matters, tools/mitigation systems, recommendations, and useful resources for the electronics industry.