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1. A bibliometric overview of Brazilian LCA research

Author:
Zanghelini, Guilherme M.; de Souza Junior, Henrique R. A.; Kulay, Luiz; Cherubini, Edivan; Ribeiro, Paulo T.; Soares, Sebastião R.
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1759-1775
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
biodiesel; bioethanol; computer software; ethanol; guidelines; life cycle assessment; sugarcane; surveys; Brazil
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: We bibliometrically evaluated the scientific literature outlined around Brazilian life cycle assessment (LCA). Our aim is twofold: (1) Analyze the Brazilian scientific literature on LCA, forming a current view of how the LCA methodology is applied in the country; (2) within this view, trace the evolution of themes, characterize institution collaboration, and indicate major influences in B ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1132-7

2. Conceptualising attributional LCA is necessary for resolving methodological issues such as the appropriate form of land use baseline

Author:
Brander, Matthew
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1816-1821
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
anthropogenic activities; attributional life cycle assessment; consequential life cycle assessment; emissions; greenhouse gases; inventories; land use; natural regeneration
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: The purposes of this commentary are to further an on-going debate concerning the appropriate form of land use baseline for attributional life cycle assessment (LCA) and to respond to a number of arguments advanced by Soimakallio (Int J Life Cycle Assess 20:1364–1375, 2016). The commentary also seeks to clarify the conceptual nature of attributional LCA. METHODS: The overarching approach f ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1147-0

3. Critical analysis of life cycle impact assessment methods addressing consequences of freshwater use on ecosystems and recommendations for future method development

Author:
Núñez, Montserrat; Bouchard, Christian R.; Bulle, Cécile; Boulay, Anne-Marie; Margni, Manuele
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1799-1815
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
United Nations Environment Programme; freshwater; inventories; life cycle impact assessment; models; terminology; terrestrial ecosystems
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: Anthropic water uses can affect aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems through various pathways. To address these impacts in life cycle assessment, an array of impact assessment methods can be applied. The currently well-known review of methods carried out by the UNEP/SETAC Life Cycle Initiative’s WULCA working group (Kounina et al. Int J Life Cycle Assess 18(3):707–721, 2013) recommends that ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1127-4

4. Eco-efficiency indicator framework implemented in the metallurgical industry: part 2—a case study from the copper industry

Author:
Rönnlund, Ida; Reuter, Markus; Horn, Susanna; Aho, Jatta; Aho, Maija; Päällysaho, Minna; Ylimäki, Laura; Pursula, Tiina
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1719-1748
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
business enterprises; case studies; cathodes; computer software; copper; data collection; databases; eco-efficiency; emissions; energy; flowers; industry; land use; life cycle inventory; risk; supply chain; sustainable development
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: Sustainability differentiation has become an important issue for companies throughout the value chain. There is thus a need for detailed and credible analyses, which show the current status and point out where improvements can be done and how. The study describes how a comprehensive product-centric eco-efficiency indicator framework can be used to evaluate, benchmark, and communicate the ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1123-8

5. Environmental impact assessment of centralized municipal wastewater management in Thailand

Author:
Limphitakphong, Nantamol; Pharino, Chanathip; Kanchanapiya, Premrudee
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1789-1798
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
acidification; activated sludge; ammonium; case studies; computer software; data collection; economic performance; electric energy consumption; environmental assessment; environmental impact; environmental performance; eutrophication; global warming; industrialization; inventories; life cycle impact assessment; models; municipal wastewater; operating costs; phosphorus; surface water; systems engineering; urbanization; wastewater treatment; water utilization; Thailand
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: Urbanization and industrial development intensify water utilization and wastewater generation. The efficiency of wastewater treatment systems varies and depends on system design and wastewater condition. The research aims to examine seven existing centralized municipal wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) in Bangkok to discover which system configuration yields the best environmental and e ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1130-9

6. Life cycle assessment of Chinese radial passenger vehicle tire

Author:
Sun, Xin; Liu, Jingru; Hong, Jinglan; Lu, Bin
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1749-1758
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
acidification; business enterprises; data collection; developmental stages; energy use and consumption; environmental impact; environmental performance; eutrophication; gasoline; global warming; humans; life cycle assessment; mixing; models; organic compounds; oxidants; photochemistry; raw materials; rubber; soot; synthetic rubber; tires; toxicity
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: We evaluated and quantified the environmental impact of a radial tire product for passenger vehicles throughout the product’s life cycle to identify key stages that contribute to the overall environmental burden and to find ways to reduce these burdens effectively. The study covers all relevant life cycle stages, from the acquisition of raw materials to the production, use, and end of lif ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1139-0

7. Life cycle assessment of consumption choices: a comparison between disposable and rechargeable household batteries

Author:
Dolci, Giovanni; Tua, Camilla; Grosso, Mario; Rigamonti, Lucia
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1691-1705
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
acidification; batteries; cameras; consumer preferences; electric energy consumption; energy; environmental indicators; human health; humans; life cycle assessment; market share; markets; neoplasms; ozone depletion; particulates; purchasing; toxicity; toys; wastes; Europe
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: The demand for household batteries is considerable in the European context with just over five billion placed on the market every year. Although disposable batteries account for the largest market share in Europe, the use of rechargeable batteries is promoted as a less waste generating and a more environmentally friendly practice. A comparative life cycle assessment was therefore carried ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1134-5

8. Statistical analysis of use-phase energy consumption of textile products

Author:
Yasin, Sohail; Behary, Nemeshwaree; Rovero, Giorgio; Kumar, Vijay
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1776-1788
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
data collection; drying; energy; environmental impact; laundry; principal component analysis; product system; textile products; uncertainty; washing
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: The purpose of this work was to present a methodology to assess the energy consumption, specifically the energy utilized in the washing and drying processes, of textile products in their use-phase with the help of statistical tools. Regardless of the environmental impacts associated with the use-phase of textile products, analysis of energy consumption in that phase is still lacking. Ther ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1129-2

9. Status update on LCA studies and networking in Tanzania

Author:
Felix, Mwema
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1825-1830
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
Internet; Jatropha; biodiesel; charcoal; databases; education; electricity generation; ethanol production; fuel production; human resources; life cycle inventory; molasses; oils; pyrolysis; sawmills; sugarcane; wood; Tanzania
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: Life cycle assessment (LCA) has become a standard for assessing what impacts do products and/or services have throughout their entire life cycle. Since the inception of LCA technique, studies have been conducted in different parts of the world, including Tanzania. This study describes the current status of LCA, capacities, and networking in Tanzania. The study has identified what has alre ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1195-5

10. Teaching life cycle assessment in environmental engineering: a disinfection case study for students

Author:
Gilmore, Kevin R.
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1706-1718
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
basins; case studies; chlorine; construction materials; curriculum; disinfection; electric energy consumption; electricity; environmental engineering; fuels; higher education; learning; life cycle costing; life cycle impact assessment; life cycle thinking; risk; sodium hypochlorite; sodium sulfite; students; sulfur dioxide; teachers; ultraviolet radiation; wastewater; wastewater treatment
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: To help educators increase the extent and effectiveness of integrating sustainability into undergraduate education, a case study in life cycle assessment (LCA) is developed and presented using the context of disinfection of wastewater. METHODS: Design and operating parameters are presented for three alternatives: chlorine/sulfur dioxide, ultraviolet (UV) light, and sodium hypochlorite/sod ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1138-1

11. The assessment of the relevance of building components and life phases for the environmental profile of nearly zero-energy buildings: life cycle assessment of a multifamily building in Italy

Author:
Paleari, Michele; Lavagna, Monica; Campioli, Andrea
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.12 pp. 1667-1690
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
European Union; buildings; carbon dioxide; case studies; construction materials; data collection; energy; energy requirements; environmental assessment; environmental impact; greenhouse gas emissions; greenhouse gases; inventories; life cycle assessment; longevity; nonrenewable resources; residential housing; Italy
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: Since the construction sector is a considerable energy consumer and greenhouse gas (GHG) producer, the EU rules strive to build nearly zero-energy buildings, by reducing the operative energy and yearning for on-site energy production. This article underlines the necessity to go beyond the energy evaluations and move towards the environmental assessment in a life cycle perspective, by comp ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1133-6

12. A global life cycle assessment for primary zinc production

Author:
Van Genderen, Eric; Wildnauer, Maggie; Santero, Nick; Sidi, Nadir
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.11 pp. 1580-1593
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
acidification; coproducts; cradle-to-gate; databases; environmental impact; eutrophication; global warming; life cycle inventory; mining; models; ozone; primary energy; transportation; unit process; zinc; Western European region
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to update the average environmental impacts of global primary zinc production using a life cycle assessment (LCA) approach. This study represents the latest contribution from zinc producers, which historically established the first life cycle inventory for primary zinc production in 1998 (Western Europe) and the first global LCA-based cradle-to-gate study for ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1131-8

13. Cradle-to-gate life cycle assessment of global manganese alloy production

Author:
Westfall, Luke Aiden; Davourie, Julia; Ali, Mohammed; McGough, Doreen
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.11 pp. 1573-1579
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
acidification; air; coal; cradle-to-gate; economic performance; electricity; emissions; energy; environmental performance; global warming; industry; manganese; ozone; particulates; solid wastes; stainless steel; supply chain
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: Manganese is a metal used extensively in everyday life, particularly in structural steel. Despite the importance of manganese as an essential alloying element in steel and stainless steel, the environmental profile of manganese alloys lacked globally representative, primary industry data. The International Manganese Institute (IMnI) and Hatch completed the first global life cycle assessme ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-015-0995-3

14. Cradle to gate: life cycle impact of primary aluminium production

Author:
Nunez, Pernelle; Jones, Sammy
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.11 pp. 1594-1604
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
acidification; aluminum; aluminum oxide; cradle-to-gate; data collection; databases; electricity; electrolysis; energy; environmental impact; eutrophication; fossil fuels; global warming; greenhouse gases; industry; life cycle impact assessment; life cycle inventory; models; ozone depletion; surveys; water shortages; China
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: The International Aluminium Institute’s (IAI) aim was to publish life cycle inventory (LCI) data for use by life cycle assessment (LCA) practitioners through professional databases. The need to provide robust data stems from the increasing application of LCA as a tool for making material and design choices and the importance for representative, up-to-date information to underpin such stud ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-015-1003-7

15. Harmonization of LCA methodologies for the metal and mining industry

Author:
Santero, Nicholas; Hendry, Josh
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.11 pp. 1543-1553
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
acidification; co-product allocation; coproducts; data collection; environmental impact; eutrophication; global warming; inventories; life cycle impact assessment; life cycle inventory; mining; oxidants; ozone depletion; recycling; system boundary
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: The metal and mining industry routinely conducts life cycle assessment studies to monitor and document the potential environmental impacts of their products. These studies are typically conducted independently by the various commodity associations. To facilitate alignment of these methodologies, a working group comprised of interested industry organizations and their representatives was f ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-015-1022-4

16. International Molybdenum Association (IMOA) life cycle assessment program and perspectives on the LCA harmonization effort

Author:
Greig, Anne Landfield; Carey, Sandra
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.11 pp. 1554-1558
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
business enterprises; coproducts; cradle-to-gate; industry; life cycle impact assessment; life cycle inventory; models; molybdenum; recycling; stakeholders
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: In 2001, the International Molybdenum Association (IMOA) initiated their life cycle assessment (LCA) program performing cradle-to-gate life cycle inventories (LCIs) of three molybdenum metallurgical products, followed by LCIs of eight molybdenum chemicals and an update to the metallurgical LCIs. From 2012 to 2014, IMOA participated in a multi-metal industry initiative to harmonize the met ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-015-0990-8

17. LCA and LCC of the world’s longest pier: a case study on nickel-containing stainless steel rebar

Author:
Mistry, Mark; Koffler, Christoph; Wong, Sophia
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.11 pp. 1637-1644
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
carbon; case studies; decision making; durability; ecosystem services; environmental impact; infrastructure; life cycle assessment; life cycle costing; maintenance and repair; recycling; stainless steel
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: Built in 1941, the Progreso Pier was the first concrete structure in the world built with nickel-containing stainless steel reinforcement. The Pier has been in service for over 70 years without any significant repair or maintenance activities. The aim of this study was to understand the environmental and economic implications of selecting nickel-containing stainless steel reinforcement us ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1080-2

18. Lead industry life cycle studies: environmental impact and life cycle assessment of lead battery and architectural sheet production

Author:
Davidson, Alistair J.; Binks, Steve P.; Gediga, Johannes
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.11 pp. 1624-1636
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
batteries; energy use and consumption; environmental impact; environmental markets; global warming; lead; life cycle impact assessment; mining; physicochemical properties; recycled materials; recycling; Europe
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: This paper will give an overview of LCA studies on lead metal production and use recently conducted by the International Lead Association. METHODS: The lead industry, through the International Lead Association (ILA), has recently completed three life cycle studies to assess the environmental impact of lead metal production and two of the products that make up approximately 90 % of the end ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-015-1021-5

19. Life cycle assessment of nickel products

Author:
Mistry, Mark; Gediga, Johannes; Boonzaier, Shannon
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.11 pp. 1559-1572
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
business enterprises; byproducts; data collection; energy efficiency; environmental impact; global warming; industry; life cycle impact assessment; mineralogy; nickel; primary energy; raw materials; stakeholders; Russia
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: To support the data requirements of stakeholders, the Nickel Institute (NI) conducted a global life cycle impact assessment (LCIA) to show, with indicators, the potential environmental impacts of the production of nickel and ferronickel from mine to refinery gate. A metal industry wide agreed approach on by-products and allocation was applied. METHODS: Nine companies, comprising 19 operat ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1085-x

20. Steel’s recyclability: demonstrating the benefits of recycling steel to achieve a circular economy

Author:
Broadbent, Clare
Source:
The international journal of life cycle assessment 2016 v.21 no.11 pp. 1658-1665
ISSN:
0948-3349
Subject:
emissions; environmental impact; environmental performance; life cycle inventory; life cycle thinking; manufacturing; models; natural resources; new products; people; primary energy; primary productivity; raw materials; recycled materials; recycling; steel; zero wastes
Abstract:
... PURPOSE: In a world where the population is expected to peak at around 9 billion people in the next 30 to 40 years, carefully managing our finite natural resources is becoming critical. We must abandon the outdated ‘take, make, consume and dispose’ mentality and move toward a circular economy model for optimal resource efficiency. Products must be designed for reuse and remanufacturing, which woul ...
DOI:
10.1007/s11367-016-1081-1