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LCA Glossary

Comprehensive glossary of Life Cycle Assessment terms and concepts. Browse by letter, category, or search for specific terms.

3 terms found

Cradle-to-Gate

System Boundaries

A system boundary that includes all processes from raw material extraction to the factory gate, excluding use and disposal phases.

Cradle-to-Grave

System Boundaries

A complete life cycle assessment from raw material extraction through manufacturing, use, and final disposal.

Gate-to-Gate

System Boundaries

A partial LCA looking at only one value-added process in the production chain.