According to the NACFAM (National Council for Advanced Manufacturing
USA) Sustainable Manufacturing is defined as the creation of
manufactured products that use processes that are non-polluting,
conserve energy and natural resources, and are economically sound and
safe for employees, communities, and consumers. The book covers
Sustainable Manufacturing techniques such as materials and manufacturing
for renewable energies; clean manufacturing technology; ecological
manufacturing; energy-efficient manufacturing; remanufacturing;
recycling of materials; environmentally conscious design and
manufacturing processes; sustainable advanced manufacturing systems;
manufacturability in sustainable product design; education and training
for sustainable manufacturing.