EPP 241 - Life Cycle Assessment

Life cycle assessment (LCA) is the dominant framework for evaluating the environmental consequences of products, services, energy systems, and other aspects of modern life. LCA considers climate change impacts, toxicity, waste flows, materials, ecosystem impacts, and other indicators. In this hands-on introduction, students will be guided through multiple current methods and applications of LCA used in environmental compliance careers, including wind power, photovoltaic systems, food systems, biofuels, electric vehicles, and others. The course is aligned with ISO 14040, leading to environmental compliance certification. Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail option. Course Typically Offered: Every 2 years.

Prerequisite(s): None.

Credits: 1