How can LCA standards improve energy sustainability?
Energy sustainability is the ability to meet the current and future energy needs without compromising the environment, society, and economy. One of the tools that can help achieve this goal is the life cycle assessment (LCA) method, which evaluates the environmental impacts of a product, service, or system from cradle to grave. How can LCA standards improve energy sustainability? Here are some of the benefits and challenges of applying LCA to energy systems and projects.