Types of LCA Applications: Hotspots to Policies

This lecture introduces the types of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) applications, from identifying hotspots to eco-design, product comparison, communication strategies, and policy development. It covers quantifying environmental impacts, such as water consumption and climate change, using real-life examples like Levi's jeans and plastic bags. The importance of eco-design and benchmarking between products is highlighted, along with the role of strategic planning and policy-making in sustainable development. The lecture also discusses the significance of consumer behavior in reducing environmental impacts, emphasizing the need for systematic integration of environmental aspects in product development. Various certification programs and environmental declarations are presented as tools for communicating product sustainability.