Laboratory (As mentioned above, you can download this database using the This case study will be based on the database created by the NREL When starting a life cycle assessment, it is necessary to gain access to an inventory database orĬompile own data. Rather exemplary character, showing the functions and capabilities of the software and sharing This study does not intend to take part in the debate between two industries. Nevertheless we are able to get a good impression about potential environmental Recycling rates, transport and energy needed and some other processes can only be guessed orĮstimated. The exact weight of the can and bottle, the origin of aluminum, current Some data cannot be found in the database and a number of approximations and assumptions We do not have exact data from a producer, and we are using a limited database. In creating a life cycle analysis, one should always be aware of its capabilities. The system boundary of this assessment includes production,Ĭonsumption and disposal of the bottle within the US. Models in this case study, the sealing and cap options will not be considered, but only the coreīody of the packaging. The first option will be called ‘PET bottle’ and the other one ‘ALU can’. So, the functional unit can be defined as 500ml beer container. In thisĬase, both the PET and aluminum packaging options have the same function: contain and When designing a life cycle analysis you always start by defining your functional unit. The packaging can be made ofĪluminum or of PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate). Materials of a typical 500ml beer bottle packaging in the US. The goal of this case study is to compare environmental impact between two different Otherwise, consider using the forum to ask your question.Ģ Goal, Scope and limitation of this Assessment
If you need more information, see the Learn more section of the openLCA where youĬan find the latest user manual, links to instructional videos and info pdf files for specific Using a step-by-step method, this tutorial gives you an understanding of working with It combines the latest ecoinvent assessment however, This database is free to useĪnd can be downloaded using this link. Research, the figures in this paper are given as example and are not meant to be accurate. Please consider that this is not a real LCA. This tutorial aims at explaining a typical Life Cycle Assessment example, while using andĭiscovering openLCA software. 16Ĥ.2 Recycling scenarios.17ĥ Conclusions.20Ħ References.20 10ģ.5 Important explanations on flow management.13ģ.6 Compare results.14Ĥ Analysis of the models.
3ģ Build and compare systems.4ģ.1 Information on the database.4ģ.2 Install the database.4ģ.3 Build the ‘PET bottle’ model. 3Ģ Goal, Scope and limitation of this Assessment.
Of a beer bottle: Aluminium can vs PET bottleġ Tutorial Goal. 141031 lsa case-study-beer-containers_pet-vs-alu
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