The training is for professional development purposes, and the certificate obtained does not replace the MYK authorization certificate in trainings where the MYK authorization certificate is mandatory.

1. Introduction to Life Cycle Analysis

• What is Life Cycle Analysis?
  Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) is a method used to assess the environmental impacts of a product or service throughout its entire life cycle. It covers stages such as production, transportation, use, and disposal.

• Basic Principles and Goals of LCA:
  LCA aims to enhance environmental sustainability, efficiently use resources, and reduce the carbon footprint. It is also used to identify environmental impacts and compare alternatives.

2. LCA Method and Phases

• Basic Phases of LCA:

  • Goal and Scope Definition: The first phase of the LCA process is defining the goals of the analysis and specifying which life cycle stages will be analyzed.

  • Inventory Analysis: This phase involves gathering data on energy, water, raw material usage, and other relevant information across the product’s life cycle.

  • Impact Assessment: Environmental impacts are analyzed, and the effects of each life cycle stage are evaluated.

  • Interpretation of Results: Based on the findings, conclusions are drawn about the environmental performance of the product.

3. LCA Tools and Software

• LCA Software and Tools:
  Overview of the software used for Life Cycle Analysis. These tools collect and analyze data necessary to calculate environmental impacts.

• Using LCA Software:
  Basic functions and methods of using LCA software, with examples of popular software such as SimaPro, GaBi, and OpenLCA.

4. Integration with Life Cycle Costing (LCC)

• LCC (Life Cycle Costing) and LCA:
  Life Cycle Costing (LCC) is a method for calculating the costs of a product or service throughout its life cycle. Integration with LCA ensures the simultaneous evaluation of environmental and economic factors.

• Comparison of LCC and LCA:
  Comparing environmental impacts and costs to develop more sustainable and economically viable solutions.

5. Applications of Life Cycle Analysis in the Industry

• Industrial Applications:
  How LCA is applied in industrial sectors, including product design, sustainable production, and supply chain management.

• Policy and Regulatory Impact:
  How Life Cycle Analysis contributes to environmental policy development and regulatory frameworks.

6. LCA Reporting and Certification

• LCA Reporting Process:
  Reporting the results of Life Cycle Analysis, presenting environmental impact categories, and sharing results transparently.

• Certification and Standards:
  Adhering to international life cycle analysis standards such as ISO 14044 and ISO 14040, and the certification process.