Environmental Life Cycle Assessment with ISO 14044

In an era where sustainability is critical, understanding how to measure the true environmental footprint of products and services is an essential professional skill. This course provides a clear, structured path to mastering the ISO 14044 standard, the global benchmark for conducting Life Cycle Assessments (LCA). You will learn how to evaluate environmental impacts systematically from raw material extraction to end-of-life disposal. By completing this text-based program, you will transition from understanding basic environmental concepts to confidently interpreting and applying the rigorous ISO 14044 framework to real-world projects. What you'll learn: - Understand the core principles, terminology, and phases of an ISO-compliant Life Cycle Assessment - Define the goal and scope of an LCA, including system boundaries and functional units - Conduct a Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) to collect and calculate input and output data - Perform a Life Cycle Impact Assessment (LCIA) using modern classification and characterization models - Interpret LCA results to identify environmental hotspots and make data-driven recommendations - Apply reporting and critical review requirements to ensure transparency and compliance The course begins with foundational definitions and the history of environmental standards, then guides you step-by-step through the four phases of the LCA methodology, concluding with practical interpretation strategies and current industry best practices. This course is designed for beginners, environmental coordinators, product designers, and sustainability enthusiasts who want to learn LCA from scratch with no prior experience required. Start reading today to build a strong foundation in standardized environmental assessment.