EVA510 - Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) - Implications

What is the definition of LCA?

• B. Evaluation of environmental impacts throughout a product's life cycle

• D. Examination of technological advancements

• A. Analysis of potential economic impacts

• C. Assessment of social implications

What is one positive implication of LCA mentioned ?

• C. Decreased material selection options

• D. Reduced supplier collaboration

• B. Improved consumer trust and loyalty

• A. Increased production costs

What is a negative implication of LCA related to data?

• D. Accurate assumptions

• B. Temporal and spatial variability

• A. Consistent data sources

• C. Complete data availability

How can challenges related to data accuracy and availability be overcome?

• A. Ignoring data quality assurance

• B. Implementing rigorous procedures like peer reviews

• C. Restricting data access

• D. Avoiding collaboration with stakeholders

What is a strategy to define system boundaries in LCA?

• C. Excluding critical processes

• B. Considering multiple scenarios

• D. Omitting transparent documentation

• A. Avoiding stakeholder engagement

What is the conclusion regarding LCA as a tool for sustainability?

• C. Enhanced regulatory non-compliance

• D. Promotion of environmental sustainability

• B. Limited decision-making improvement

• A. Decreased environmental awareness

What is a challenge associated with LCA mentioned in the text?

• D. Easy interpretation of results

• A. Low complexity

• B. Low costs

• C. Data gaps

How can challenges related to system boundaries be addressed?

• D. Engaging stakeholders from the beginning

• A. Avoiding stakeholder engagement

• B. Considering only one scenario

• C. Omitting transparent documentation

What is a recommendation provided in the text to overcome LCA challenges?

• C. Ignoring LCA training

• D. Disregarding data quality assurance

• A. Standardizing methods

• B. Avoiding data collection

What is a positive implication of LCA related to consumer education?

• B. Reduced trust and loyalty

• A. Decreased consumer engagement

• D. Limited communication with customers

• C. Increased environmental awareness