What is Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)?

In today’s global business landscape, environmental sustainability is no longer just a choice—it’s a strategic imperative. As we strive to measure and mitigate our environmental impact, the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) emerges as a cornerstone in the journey toward sustainability.

What is LCA?

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a scientific and comprehensive method for evaluating the environmental impacts of a product or service—from the extraction of raw materials to production, usage, recycling, or disposal. The process is guided by international standards, namely ISO 14040 and ISO 14044.

Why Conduct an LCA?

LCA helps organizations understand and reduce their environmental footprint. Its core benefits include:

• Identifying Environmental Impacts: Reveals environmental effects at every stage of a product’s life.

• Supporting Decision-Making: Enables the design of more sustainable products and processes.

• Gaining Competitive Edge: Serves as a powerful marketing tool for sustainable products in global markets.

• Compliance with Regulations: Provides necessary insights to align with frameworks like the EU Green Deal.

What Environmental Impacts Does LCA Cover?

LCA typically evaluates:

• Global Warming Potential (GWP - Carbon Footprint)

• Energy Use and Efficiency

• Water Consumption and Pollution

• Air Pollution

• Land Use and Waste Generation

• Depletion of Natural Resources

How is an LCA Study Conducted?

LCA is carried out in four key steps:

1. Goal and Scope Definition: Clarifies objectives, system boundaries, and assessment criteria.

2. Inventory Analysis: Collects data on material and energy flows at each life cycle stage.

3. Impact Assessment: Evaluates the environmental effects of the collected data.

4. Interpretation: Draws insights and offers recommendations to enhance sustainability performance.

LCA in Türkiye

In Türkiye, LCA practices are expanding across sectors like construction materials, energy, textiles, packaging, and food. By adopting LCA, Turkish companies gain global competitive advantage, enhance their export potential, and align with international sustainability standards.

Why You Need Professional LCA Support

Conducting an LCA requires technical expertise and scientific precision. Partnering with an experienced consultancy can save time and cost while ensuring robust results.

At our consultancy firm, we offer full-spectrum support—from LCA studies and data collection to strategy development and sustainable transformation planning.

Take the First Step Toward a Greener Future

Let’s work together to assess and improve your environmental performance—positioning your company as a leader in sustainability and a frontrunner in global competition.

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