#LCA VSCN ISO#
#LCA VSCN PLUS#

#LCA VSCN PLUS#

This study is the first comprehensive life cycle assessment (LCA) of Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) insulation conducted in North America, and covers primary energy from non-renewable resources, plus five environmental impacts related to air/water emission. ASHRAE 90.1 Appendix G procedures were followed to provide credible data on energy consumption comparisons. Integrated whole building simulation is essential for modeling realistic energy consumption. Rigorous Whole Building Energy Analysis based on the US DOE EnergyPlus simulation program were applied to estimate energy savings and GWP emissions prevented during the use phase. This poster illustrates the energy saving and emissions reduction potential of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation. LCA example for polyiso insulationДЄ detailed poster prepared by Covestro represents the complete life cycle of polyiso insulation - from manufacturing the raw material to produce insulation product, all the way to the disposal of the material at the end of the product's useful life. The article also provides practical tips for applying LCA to the real business world. Although it is based on the Covestro authorsвЂ™ experience in conducting LCAs for manufactured products, the approach outlined also can be used for establishing an effective LCA process in organizations that provide services. This article provides guidance to those desiring to efficiently implement and manage their LCA function. LCAВ is becoming increasingly popular in the United States as more organizations focus on sustainability and look for tools to decide on where to focus limited resources.

#LCA VSCN ISO#

PSRA uses its own ISO standard compliant LCA process which is applied to assure quality and consistency of LCA studies. In particular, PSRAвЂ™s domain expertise in product compositions, toxicology, risk assessment, safe use/handling, emissions measurement, end of life options, and industrial hygiene provides strong technical support in facilitating the LCA studies conducted at Covestro. LCA support services personnel from Covestro's Product Safety and Regulatory Affairs (PSRA) group have extensive experience in developing LCAs for Covestro materials and their key applications.We actively support industry associations in preparing modern, industry average life-cycle data for our major product types.Covestro supports Life Cycle Assessment through two activities: In addition, LCA can be used as a tool with other techniques - such as Greenhouse Gas accounting - for assessing and reducing a productвЂ™s carbon footprint. LCA is the ideal tool for identifying life-cycle stage(s) with significant environmental impacts of one product or process.