Life Cycle Assessment: A tool for Sustainable Development
In our rapidly changing world, environmental challenges demand immediate action and sustainable solutions. The concept of sustainability has gained significant attraction, and organizations worldwide are seeking effective tools to guide their efforts..
CBAM: Things you need to know
On 16 May 2023, the European Union (EU) achieved a significant milestone by publishing legal regulations for the reform of the EU - ETS and introduced the new EU - Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)..
Integration of LCA & ESG
The traditional idea of corporate success is changing significant lens through which..
Untie the web of Scope emissions calculation with SimaPro
One of the biggest challenges faced by industries while reporting for sustainability is the calculations of Scope 1,2 and 3 emissions. Understanding and computing these emissions is crucial, especially in light of the growing awareness in recent years about producing more sustainable items.
Circularity Index
Circularity is a fundamental concept in sustainable development, aiming to reduce waste and increase resource efficiency. As stated by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation founder, the circular economy, is a “framework for an economy that is restorative and regenerative by design”.
Understanding Carbon Footprints: What They Are and Why They Matter
Footprints basically refer to the effects realized by human activities left in the environment through gases or other emissions. These effects can be measured in terms of carbon emissions or water usage, and both are quantified and displayed as a 'footprint'.
Life Cycle Impact Assessment: Impact Categories
Life cycle assessment is a tool used to identify the environmental performance of a product throughout its lifespan, from raw material extraction (the “cradle” stage) to disposal after use (the “end-of-life” phase). But what are these environmental impacts? How are they calculated?
Health Product Declaration
An HPD provides a chemical inventory of a building product and characterizes the level of concern about each ingredient. Most, if not all, of the chemicals in the product are disclosed by the manufacturer, providing greater transparency in selecting products for buildings.