Why Attend
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a powerful analytical tool used to evaluate the environmental impact of a product, process, or service throughout its lifecycle—from raw material extraction to disposal. This training program, designed by Global Horizon Training Center, equips participants with the skills and knowledge to implement LCA methodologies effectively. The program emphasizes sustainable decision-making and fosters an understanding of environmental, social, and economic impacts to align with global sustainability goals.
Instructor-led training that uses interactive learning methods, including class discussion, small group activities, and role-playing
Interactive lectures with real-world examples.; Hands-on activities and case studies to reinforce learning.; Software demonstrations for practical application.; Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.; Expert-led Q&A to address specific challenges.
This course is ideal for: Environmental managers and sustainability officers.; Product designers and developers.; Engineers and process managers.; Policy makers and regulatory bodies.; Professionals in industries such as manufacturing, energy, and waste management.
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Day 1: Introduction to Life Cycle Assessment
Definition and significance of LCA.
Key concepts: Lifecycle thinking, sustainability.
Overview of ISO 14040/14044 standards.
The four stages of LCA: Goal and scope, inventory analysis, impact assessment, interpretation.
Case studies: Examples from different industries.
Day 2: Goal and Scope Definition
Setting the boundaries of an LCA study.
Defining functional units and system boundaries.
Data collection strategies and challenges.
Allocations and assumptions in LCA.
Workshop: Creating goal and scope for a sample product.
Day 3: Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) Analysis
Data collection techniques for LCI.
Managing primary and secondary data sources.
Data quality and uncertainty analysis.
Case study: Conducting LCI for a sample product.
Hands-on exercise using LCA software for inventory analysis.
Day 4: Life Cycle Impact Assessment (LCIA)
Environmental impact categories (global warming, acidification, etc.).
Impact assessment models and characterization.
Normalization, grouping, and weighting of impacts.
Integrating social and economic dimensions into LCA.
Practical session: Performing LCIA using software tools.
Day 5: Interpretation and Reporting
Interpreting results for decision-making.
Sensitivity and scenario analysis.
Communicating LCA findings effectively.
Developing strategies for improvement based on LCA.
Final workshop: Comprehensive LCA study on a selected product.