CEGE0059: Life Cycle Assessment (22/23)

Life cycle assessment (LCA) is a rapidly evolving tool used to quantify impacts of products, systems, or services over a range of environmental and resource issues. Applying this method of assessment is complex and difficult and translating the theory into a credible, transparent and applicable practice can be very challenging. The module aims to give an introduction to life cycle assessment (LCA) methods and how to apply them in real-life situations. The module consists of two parts, In the first part, you will develop a solid understanding of the process, data requirements and how to make use of the results. You'll then get the chance to apply this knowledge to real-life case studies. In the second part of the module, you'll learn how to apply systems thinking and LCA to assess environmental dimension of circular economy. You'll then learn how to critically evaluate and compare circularity indicator tools with LCA. ​ After completing this course, students will be able to: · understand the complexities and requirements of LCA · apply LCA with condifence · know how to access and analyse inventory data · use different methodologies for impact assessment · analyse and interpret the output of an LCA study · critically evaluate circularity indicators and sustainability tools · identify the possible applications and limitations of LCA and its role within the wider environmental management context​

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