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Life cycle analysis criteria.

• Is this material made from salvaged or recycled matter or agricultural wastes? [C2C Criterion]
• Are natural raw materials harvested to support ecological sustainability? [C2C Criterion]
• Does this material avoid processes of extraction?
• Are a majority of raw materials regionally sourced?
• Are production byproducts (solids, gases, liquids) non-toxic?
• Does this material significantly reduce the use of other materials?
• Are production byproducts (solids, gases, liquids) biodegradable, reusable or recyclable? [C2C Criterion]
• Is the production of this material certified as carbon neutral? [C2C Criterion]
• Is this material non-toxic and non-harmful when installed/applied?
• Is zero packaging required for this material or is packaging biodegradable, recyclable or reusable?
• Does production use or invest in clean renewable energy sources？ [C2C Criterion]

• Is this material non-toxic when in use?
• Does using this material reduce building energy consumption?
• Does this material conserve natural resources after it is installed or applied?
• Does this material produce clean, renewable energy? [C2C Criterion]
• Does using this material improve air quality? [C2C Criterion]
• Does this material emit zero radiation (magnetic, electric, radioactive)?

• Are disassembled materials biodegradable or recyclable? [C2C Criterion]
• Can materials be reused with little or no alterations?
• Are toxins kept from being released when this material is disposed of?
• Can materials be disassembled following use? [C2C Criterion]
• Are materials reclaimed by a reclamation program? [C2C Criterion]