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Critically reviewed Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): A credible environmental decision

Independent critical review of your Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) builds trust and credibility. Prove the environmental value of your products and support your sustainability communication with TÜV NORD´s expertise.

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What is a critically reviewed Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)?

A Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) evaluates the environmental impacts of a product from raw material extraction to end-of-life disposal, undergoing a critical review process. Consumers and businesses increasingly demand transparent environmental information. 
 

Our experts provide independent assessments in accordance with ISO 14040 and ISO 14044, helping manufacturers credibly communicate their products' environmental performance. A critically reviewed LCA enhances consumer trust, supports sustainable product development and process optimization, and offers companies a competitive edge in a market that prioritizes sustainability. 
Utilize LCA to demonstrate your environmental responsibility and meet regulatory requirements.
 

As part of the TÜV NORD GROUP, TÜV NORD Danmark combines a strong local presence with global expertise. Our experienced auditors work closely with you to evaluate and optimize your systems, ensuring your business is both sustainable and compliant.

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Target groups of a critically reviewed LCA

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is particularly relevant for manufacturers, retailers, and businesses looking to evaluate and optimize the environmental impact of their products. It provides valuable insights for companies aiming to achieve sustainability goals, comply with regulations, and strengthen their market position.

What are the benefits of a critically reviewed LCA?

A critically reviewed Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) offers your business key advantages. It provides an independent and transparent evaluation of your products' environmental impacts, building trust with eco-conscious customers. By identifying areas for improvement, you can optimize processes, reduce costs, and enhance sustainability. Position your brand as a leader in environmental responsibility while effortlessly meeting regulatory requirements and market demands. Harness the power of a critically reviewed LCA to drive innovation and secure a competitive edge in a sustainability-focused market. 

A critically reviewed LCA from TÜV NORD provides clear advantages:

  • Transparent and reliable environmental data for your products
  • Credibility and trust through independent verification
  • Identification of weaknesses and ecological risks in product design or processes
  • Competitive market positioning, especially in sustainability-driven sectors
  • Opportunity to verify entire product groups 
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Critically reviewed LCA methodology for consistent product assessment

Additionally, it is possible to conduct a critical review of the LCA methodology for products within a product group. This allows companies to efficiently analyze and optimize the environmental performance of their entire product range.

The advantages of this extended capability lie in the comprehensive assessment and comparability of products within a group, leading to a consistent and strategic alignment of sustainability goals. Companies can thus further develop their environmental strategy on a solid, scientifically grounded basis and strengthen their market position.

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The process of evaluation of a critically reviewed LCA

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Step 01

Goal and Scope

We review your LCA report to ensure it clearly defines the purpose, boundaries, and intended use of the study.

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Step 02

Life Cycle Inventory Analysis (LCI)

We examine all input and output data, ensuring calculations are traceable, consistent, and accurate.

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Step 3

Life Cycle Impact Assessment (LCIA)

We analyze how your product impacts key environmental categories which are based on the assessed system and the technologies used in terms of the key local, regional and global categories.

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Step 04

Evaluation

We critically review your LCA study, confirming that the methodology and results meet international standards and providing you with a Declaration of Validity.

Frequently asked questions

FAQs on LCA

The manufacturer must provide a complete account of the product’s life cycle, from raw material extraction through production and use, all the way to disposal or recycling. The focus is primarily on the potential environmental impacts at each stage.

Automotive, manufacturing, consumer products, electronics, and any company seeking verified environmental performance data.

Yes. TÜV NORD offers critical reviews for product families, enabling consistent assessment and optimization across multiple product lines.

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