At present, that project is targeting 112 persistent toxic substances and other contaminants. The companies have taken a hard look at the processes and technologies that involve those potential pollutants. And they are getting results that prevent pollution in the first place. For example, DaimlerChrysler has eliminated all chlorinated solvents from its production. Ford got methylene chloride and lead out of the paint operations at its Engine Plant in Windsor.
New processes mean new savings.
Savings in terms of substances that don't have to be bought in the first place. Savings in terms of less work for pollution control systems. Savings in terms of sheer efficiency. In much the same way as cleaner production is part of a more comprehensive strategy for manufacturers, it is an essential part of achieving the broad environmental goals here in Canada. It is part of our government's basic strategy to build a progressive environmental climate based on a new architecture of environmental management that ensures integrated decision-making.