Individuals and ecosystems around the world are intimately connected through modern supply chains. Sourcemap is a tool for visualizing these intricate webs of interconnection: from the mines where materials are extracted to the global assembly hubs to consumers themselves.
Using Life Cycle Assessment data and information harvested from the British Geological Survey Sourcemap estimates the environmental impact of transporting the materials that compose a single mass-produced object. The website is open to anyone who wants to investigate existing products or create new visualizations. Sourcemap is a new way to think about industrial production, to take responsibility for the decisions we make as producers and consumers.