In which year was the Design for the Environment program initiated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency?

The Design for the Environment (DfE) program was initiated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 1992. This program aims to promote the use of environmentally friendly practices in the design of products and processes. By encouraging manufacturers to consider environmental impacts from the very beginning of the design process, the DfE program helps to reduce pollution and promote sustainability. The timing of the program's launch in the early 1990s also coincided with a growing public awareness and concern for environmental issues, which further underscores its significance in fostering a shift towards more sustainable practices in various industries.