Life Cycle Analysis

Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) is a method used to assess the environmental impact of a product from its creation to its disposal. This process examines every stage, including raw material extraction, manufacturing, distribution, use, and end-of-life. By evaluating factors such as energy consumption, waste generation, and emissions, LCA helps identify opportunities to reduce negative effects on the environment. In industrial ecology, LCA supports sustainable practices by promoting products that are designed to be more efficient and less harmful throughout their entire life cycle.