Carbon Footprint Analysis
A Carbon Footprint analysis, sometimes referred to as a product greenhouse gas (GHG) assessment, is a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) that quantifies the carbon dioxide and other GHGs emitted by a product or process over its full life cycle. It is a useful tool to benchmark the current carbon footprint and identify the GHG “hot spots”– areas in the product’s life cycle where GHG emissions should be reduced and/or managed to address climate change issues.
There are several ways a Carbon Footprint analysis can help your company or institution achieve its business and environmental goals:
Companies & Manufacturers
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Showcase and differentiate products
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Identify GHG “hot spots” to lower products’ and processes’ carbon footprints
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Reduce bottom line by driving value chain efficiencies
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Support climate change and Corporate Social Responsibility
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Differentiate products as
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Participate in carbon offset projects
Government
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Evaluate green buildings and city infrastructure, transportation, and waste management options for addressing climate change
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Participate in market-based programs and/or carbon offset projects
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Support Carbon Footprint tools for the public, scientific community, and policymakers (e.g., GREET transportation tool and EPA Carbon Footprint Calculator)
Industry Associations
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Support carbon reduction or offset programs within the industry
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Establish target carbon footprint benchmarks for member companies
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Demonstrate supply chain transparency within the industry
Four Elements brings LCA expertise and familiarity with the latest standards to conduct a rigorous, reliable carbon footprint analysis.
Contact us now to learn more about how a carbon footprint analysis could help your business.
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