Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Comprehensive Environmental Analysis from Cradle to Grave

What is Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)?

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a method used to assess the environmental impact of a product, process, or service throughout its entire life cycle — from raw material extraction to production, use, and disposal (cradle-to-grave). LCA helps businesses understand the full environmental footprint of their operations, enabling data-driven decisions that reduce impact and improve sustainability.

At Planet First, we provide in-depth LCA services that enable you to quantify and minimize environmental impacts, optimize product development, and gain a competitive advantage by showcasing your sustainability efforts.

Why is LCA Important for Your Business?

  • Holistic Environmental Impact:

    • LCA considers every stage of a product's life cycle, ensuring no hidden environmental costs are overlooked.

  • Identify Improvement Opportunities:

    • By understanding where environmental impacts are highest, you can make targeted improvements that drive both sustainability and cost savings.

  • Sustainability Reporting & Certifications:

    • LCA provides credible data to support sustainability reports, certifications (e.g., EPD, ISO 14025), and eco-labeling claims.

  • Decision-Making Tool:

    • Whether you're designing a new product or refining an existing one, LCA provides the insights needed to make sustainable, informed decisions.

Our LCA Services Include:

  • 1. Goal & Scope Definition

    • We begin by defining the goals of your LCA study, including the product or process to be assessed, system boundaries, and key environmental indicators (e.g., carbon footprint, energy consumption).

  • 2. Data Collection & Inventory Analysis

    • Our team gathers detailed data on all materials, energy, water use, emissions, and waste generated throughout the product life cycle. This includes primary data from your operations and secondary data from reliable sources.

  • 3. Impact Assessment

    • We assess the environmental impacts associated with each life cycle stage, using internationally recognized methodologies like the ReCiPe or Eco-indicator methods. This covers areas such as global warming potential (GWP), resource depletion, and pollution.

  • 4. Interpretation & Improvement Recommendations

    • Based on our findings, we provide actionable recommendations to reduce environmental impacts, optimize resource use, and increase the sustainability of your products or services.

  • 5. Life Cycle Costing (LCC)

    • We also help integrate financial analysis with LCA to help you understand the cost-benefit of sustainability initiatives and identify economically viable improvements.

  • 6. Environmental Product Declarations (EPD)

    • If you're looking to create an EPD, we ensure your LCA study meets the required standards and provides transparency about the environmental performance of your products.

Who Can Benefit from LCA?

LCA is a valuable tool for:

  • Manufacturers

    • looking to assess and improve the environmental impact of their products or services.

  • Product Designers

    • seeking to integrate sustainable practices in the early stages of product development.

  • Companies pursuing EPD certification,

    • eco-labels, or third-party sustainability certifications.

  • Businesses aiming to identify areas for operational improvements

    • in energy consumption, material use, and waste management.

Why Choose Planet First for Life Cycle Assessment?

  • Holistic Approach:

    • We consider every phase of the product life cycle, ensuring a complete picture of environmental impacts.

  • Data-Driven Insights:

    • We use state-of-the-art tools and global databases to provide accurate, credible, and actionable results.

  • Practical Solutions:

    • We don't just give you the data; we provide real-world recommendations that can be implemented easily to enhance sustainability performance.

  • Commitment to Sustainable Innovation:

    • Our team stays at the forefront of LCA methodologies and environmental best practices, ensuring you benefit from the latest industry insights.

Make Informed, Sustainable Decisions with LCA

At Planet First, we help you understand the environmental impacts of your products and services, so you can reduce them and demonstrate your commitment to sustainability. Get in touch today to learn how LCA can drive efficiency, transparency, and long-term sustainability for your business.

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