Springer LCA Compendium - Special Types of Life Cycle Assessment

Expand your understanding of environmental impact analysis with the LCA Compendium by Springer. This comprehensive book serves as the first book-length overview of specialized methods and tools built upon classical Life Cycle Assessment. It explores how these emerging trends drive the growth and practical application of LCA in modern industry and science. Readers will examine several prominent assessment species, including carbon footprinting and water footprinting, which have significantly expanded the market for simplified LCA. The text provides detailed discussions on various guidelines and standards that have emerged from these developments. This volume is an essential resource for those studying or working in biotechnology and environmental science. It covers diverse methodologies such as eco-efficiency assessment, resource efficiency assessment, and material flow analysis. You will also gain insights into input-output and hybrid LCA, as well as organizational LCA, providing a complete look at the evolving world of Life Cycle Assessment.