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What is Eco-rate?

Eco-rate is a product and technology comparison resource, eco-news outlet and interactive forum designed for the engaged consumer. Our ratings weigh the environmental and economic costs of product ownership, providing a unique platform for meaningful product comparison.

The site is an evolving project aimed to inform and inspire. We update the site daily based on our continued research and your feedback.

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A product’s impact on the environment relative to that of other comparable products, quantified primarily in terms of natural resources consumed; waste generated or diverted; and/or toxins released as a result of a product’s manufacture, use and disposal. The higher the rating, the smaller the product's impact is on the environment.
A product’s consumption of natural resources relative to that of other comparable products. The higher the rating, the more efficient (less-consuming) the product.
A product’s degree of toxicity relative to that of other comparable products. The higher the rating, the less toxic the product.
A product’s cost of ownership, including its purchase price and cost of operation, relative to that of other comparable products. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the product.
A product’s purchase price relative to that of other comparable products. The higher the rating, the lower the purchase price of the product.

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