Critical Methodological Choices for Using LCA in Eco-Design of Chemicals and Plastics
Critical Methodological Choices for Using LCA in Eco-Design of Chemicals and Plastics Mariana Ochodková 1 Elisa Arteaga Prieto1 Karel Van Acker 1,2,3 1. SAM Research Group, Department of Materials Engineering, KU Leuven, Kasteelpark Arenberg 44,...
DCRAM in Practice: A Blueprint for National Resilience
This brief presentation will reintroduce the DCRAM framework, which integrates life cycle thinking with dynamic climate risk modelling, socio-economic analysis, and adaptive resource management. The core focus will be to collaboratively develop all aspects of...
Diffusion of LCA in European policies in the construction sector: criteria, guidelines, tools and benchmarks
The adoption of Life Cycle (LC) criteria, methods and metrics for assessing the sustainability of buildings, i.e. by adopting the Life Cycle Thinking (LCT) approach and the related assessment methodologies Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Life...
Ecological assessment of circularly produced biodegradable hemp fibre composite components
Due to their light weight and high strength, carbon- and glass fibre reinforced composites (CFRC & GFRC) are very popular in vehicle construction. They provide the necessary stability, while their low weight contributes to fuel-saving...
Environmental and economic life cycle assessment of fish protein and oil extraction using enzymatic hydrolysis
As global fish consumption rises, sustainable methods become more important to extract valuable ingredients from fish. Enzymatic hydrolysis is a fast and easily reproducible method for recov-ering protein ingredients and obtaining valuable by-products. Despite its...
Environmental assessment of end-of-life processes for PEM fuel cells
Proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) hold a transformative role in accelerating the shift to clean energy systems and are characterized by their ability to convert the chemical energy of hydrogen and oxygen into electrical...
Environmental sustainability of tourist activities by means of life cycle assessment
Tourism activity is not exempt from environmental impacts since it implies travelling (road, air, and sea), accommodation, catering, and activities (social events, cultural visits, adventure, etc.). Commonly, sustainability issues in tourism sector were addressed in...
Experiences Applying the (Product) Environmental Footprint (PEF) Method and connection to Existing and Upcoming European Legislation and Policy
Life cycle assessment (LCA) has a track record of being a well-established methodology for holistic product environmental performance measurement. To deploy a common way of doing LCA in the EU, The European Commission adopted the...
Focus on the 4th step of Safe and sustainable by design tool: Life Cycle Assessment of BIO-SUSHY Horizon Europe project
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are widely used to provide water and oil impermeability in various applications as non-stick pan surfaces, water- and dirt-repellent textile treatments, food-contact dirt-repellent coating on paper or cardboard packaging or...
GHG emissions and carbon sequestration in the apple production in the context of Net Zero
Achieving global net zero GHG emissions requires both enhancing sinks and reducing emissions. This study reviews LCA and wider literature on apple production globally to identify ranges of emissions and carbon sequestration in orchards, to...
Greening Printed Electronics: Sustain-a-Print’s Ecodesign Optimization
The EU’s electronics sector is one of the fastest-growing in waste streams production (2% annual rate). Surprisingly, less than 40% of electronic waste generated is currently recycled. To address the challenges of the increased resource...
Harmonising environmental life cycle assessments of solar thermal energy systems: Methodology guidelines from the IEA Solar Heat and Cooling Programme Task 71
Despite ongoing efforts towards decarbonization, the global heating sector is still dominated by fossil fuels. As of 2022, only about 13% of the global heating demand was met by renewable energies, highlighting the need for...
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