Life Cycle Assessment _ Complete Introductory Course

Life Cycle Assessment – Complete Introductory Course: ISO 14040, Environmental Impact, Sustainability & Carbon Footprint

What you'll learn
- Understand the principles and purpose of LCA – what Life Cycle Assessment is, why it matters, and how it’s used to measure environmental impacts across a produc
- Master the four main phases of LCA – goal and scope definition, inventory analysis, impact assessment, and interpretation, with practical examples.
- Independently conduct a complete LCA – apply the methodology step-by-step, from data collection to results interpretation, without relying on external consultan
- Effectively interpret and communicate results – identify key environmental hotspots, assess trade-offs, and present findings clearly to stakeholders.

Requirements
- No prior knowledge is required — the course is designed for complete beginners and will take you from the basics to being able to run your own LCA projects.

Description
Life Cycle Assessment – Complete Introductory Courseis designed to give you a clear, practical, and comprehensive understanding of how to measure, evaluate, and improve the environmental performance of products, services, and processes. No prior knowledge is required—this course starts from the basics and builds your skills step by step.

Following the internationally recognized ISO 14040 and ISO 14044 standards, you’ll learn the four key phases of LCA: Goal and Scope Definition, Life Cycle Inventory, Life Cycle Impact Assessment, and Interpretation. We’ll explore essential concepts such as the functional unit, reference flow, system boundaries, and data quality requirements. You’ll discover how to collect and organize inventory data, select appropriate impact categories, and interpret results in a way that supports sustainable decision-making.

By combining theory with real-world examples and practical exercises, the course equips you with the ability to conduct LCAs independently—from defining the study’s objectives to delivering transparent and credible reports. You’ll also gain the skills to identify environmental hotspots, assess trade-offs, and communicate findings to stakeholders effectively.

Whether you work in sustainability, product development, engineering, or research, this course will provide the tools and confidence to apply LCA as a powerful driver for environmental improvement, corporate responsibility, and sustainable innovation.

Who this course is for:
- This course is designed for professionals, students, and sustainability enthusiasts who want to understand and apply Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) without needing prior experience. It’s ideal for environmental consultants, engineers, designers, product managers, and corporate sustainability teams seeking to measure and reduce environmental impacts. Entrepreneurs and innovators developing eco-friendly products will gain practical tools to assess and improve their designs. The course is equally suited for academics and researchers looking to integrate LCA into their studies. Whether you’re entering the sustainability field or aiming to expand your skills, you’ll gain the knowledge to confidently conduct LCAs from start to finish.
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