LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT (LCA) CRITICAL REVIEW
Independent critical review of Life Cycle Assessment studies in alignment with ISO 14040 and ISO 14044.
Ensure studies are fit for purpose
Confirm that the goal, scope, and methodological choices of the LCA are consistent with ISO requirements and aligned with the intended application of the study.
Support credible product comparisons
Strengthen confidence in results when LCAs are used to compare products across environmental impact categories.
Improve transparency of results
Provide independent review before LCA results are communicated externally or used in decision-making.
Life Cycle Assessment Critical Review
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is the framework defined in ISO 14040 and ISO 14044 for evaluating environmental impacts across a product’s life cycle. LCA studies assess multiple environmental impact categories and are commonly used to support product comparisons, sustainability strategies, and environmental claims.
When LCA studies inform external communication, product comparisons, or strategic decisions, independent critical review strengthens confidence that the methodology and conclusions are consistent with ISO requirements.
SustainCERT conducts LCA critical reviews in line with ISO 14044 and an ISO-aligned review procedure, assessing whether the study’s goal and scope, system boundaries, data quality, and interpretation are appropriate for the intended use.
Independent review before disclosure
Product-level environmental studies depend on clearly defined scope, methodological choices, and data quality. Independent critical review evaluates whether these elements are consistent with ISO requirements and the stated objective of the study.
This strengthens confidence in LCA results before they are used in environmental claims, product comparisons, reporting, or strategic decisions.
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REVIEW YOUR LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT
Ensure your LCA study is independently reviewed before results are communicated externally.