Why sustainable product design is so important
According to the Capgemini Research Institute, sustainable product design is the need of the hour. They say sustainable product design is a key lever that can help organizations achieve the transition to net zero, manage resource scarcity and reap benefits such as increased revenue growth and improved relationships with stakeholders. Also they state sustainable product design […]
OpenLCA
OpenLCA is world-wide the only free, open source LCA software that can be used for professional ecological, social and economical life cycle assessments. Among other things, OpenLCA can be used for LCAs, carbon & water footprints, eco-design, environmental product declarations, life cycle costing and social life cycle assessment.
SimaPro
SimaPro is LCA software chosen by research institutes and consultants. SimaPro offers features that LCA experts would expect from a professional LCA software package. SimaPro allows users to customize the modeling of their LCA by adjusting parameters and inputs to reflect specific industry or regional factors.
OneClick LCA
One Click LCA is the automated LCA & EPD software for the construction industry. It integrates all leading standards, databases, and design software tools globally. The software can be used for buildings, infrastructure, renovations, construction products and materials, and portfolios.
Sphera (GaBi)
Sphera’s LCA for Experts (formerly GaBi) combines LCA modeling and reporting software with reliable and consistent environmental data. With more than 20 sector-specific databases, Sphera’s analytics enable organizations to understand environmental impacts throughout each product life cycle and make fact-based decisions.
Ecochain
Ecochain offers popular LCA software tools (Ecochain Mobius and Ecochain Helix) that are widely used by businesses and organizations to conduct Life Cycle Assessments.
Six Strategies for Sustainable Products: A Quick Guide for Innovators and Change Makers
BCG published an interesting article recently about Six Strategies for Designing Sustainable Products. We summarized the article below, but if you have time, please read the full article on BCG. Did you know that the way things are designed can make a huge difference for our planet? Let’s dive into some strategies that companies can […]
Why do I need a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)?
A Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a scientific method that is used to calculate the impact of a product or service on the environment. Why is it relevant? Well, whenever we try to make sustainable decisions – in business, politics or our personal lives – LCA provides science-based, comprehensive environmental information. Making sustainable decisions is […]
The Cool Factor of Eco-design in Sustainable Product Regulation (ESPR)
In the design studios and workshops where products come to life, there’s a quiet revolution underway that’s cooler than you might think. Did you know that a whopping 80% of a product’s environmental impact is decided during its design phase? It’s a big deal, and here’s why. By 2050, our global crew is set to […]
6 benefits of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
More and more businesses are joining the sustainable movement, as consumers are becoming ever more aware of the environmental impact the products they use. In order to reduce their impact, it is crucial for these businesses to look into their product design and supply chains, and find opportunities to cut carbon emissions, decrease pollution and waste, and reduce water footprint.
How to create value with Life Cycle Assessments (LCA)
Understanding a product’s environmental impact across the value chain, from product development, sourcing materials, manufacturing, distribution, use, and disposal/recycling can help to reduce the environmental impact and in many situations create additional value, including cost reduction and improved brand positioning.