Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is an ISO-standard methodology used to quantify the environmental impact of a product or package across its entire lifecycle—from raw material extraction through production, use, and end-of-life. By providing a comprehensive and data-driven view of environmental performance, LCA enables organizations to set informed, measurable sustainability goals.
LCA is particularly effective for establishing an environmental baseline. By assessing the current impact of a product, companies can identify key impact drivers and prioritize areas for improvement. When applied across an entire product portfolio, LCA becomes even more valuable. It allows organizations to compare impacts across products, uncover trends, and align sustainability efforts at a broader, strategic level.
LCA for Transparency
As product improvements are implemented over time, LCA can also be used to benchmark progress. This enables consistent tracking against baseline metrics, supports transparent reporting, and helps ensure that sustainability initiatives deliver meaningful results.
