Life Cycle Assessment Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
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The Life Cycle
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- Raw material extraktion
- Production
- Final product
- Use
- Recycling
2
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Purpose
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Helps to compare different options for delivering a specific function (e.g., transport, packaging, cleaning) and identifies which option has less environmental impact.
3
Q
Descriptive LCA
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Describes the environmental impact of a product
4
Q
Change-oriented LCA
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- What changes in environmental problems occur if option B is replaced by option A?
- What are the environmental problems of choosing option A rather than option B?
5
Q
Phases
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- Goal and scope definition
- Inventory analysis
- Impact assessment
- Interpretation
6
Q
Goals
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- Product development and -improvement
- Strategic planning
- Public policy making
- Marketing
7
Q
ISO 14040 and ISO 14044
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International standards that define the principles and procedures for a Life Cycle Assessment
8
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ISO 14040
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Principles and Framework
9
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ISO 14044
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Requirements and Guidelines
