Green Glossary

This page contains a list of green expressions that apply to manufacturing and industry. You can search for a given phrase or find phrases by clicking on their initials on the table below.

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Phrase Explanation
LCA

Life Cycle Assessment is an efficient and systematic method by which to evaluate the environmental impact of a product, service or process. The fundamental aim is to lessen the burden on resources and the environment throughout the product's life-cycle, from the extraction of raw materials to disposal (landfill, incineration, recycling, etc.).

Life-Cycle

The successive phases in the life of a product, from the extraction and treatment of raw materials to final disposal.