LCA Glossary

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

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Secondary Data

Data

Data obtained from literature, databases, or other indirect sources rather than direct measurement.

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Primary Data Background Data

Sensitivity Analysis

Methodology

Systematic procedure for estimating the effects of choices made regarding methods and data on the outcome of a study.

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Uncertainty Analysis Data Quality

SimaPro

Software

A leading commercial LCA software developed by PRé Sustainability, used worldwide by practitioners.

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openLCA LCA for Experts

Sphera Managed LCA Content

Databases

Comprehensive LCA database developed by Sphera (formerly known as GaBi Databases), featuring extensive industry data particularly strong in automotive, electronics, and chemicals sectors.

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ecoinvent LCA for Experts US LCI

System Boundary

Methodology

Set of criteria specifying which unit processes are part of a product system.

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Product System Cut-off Criteria

System Expansion

Methodology

An allocation avoidance technique that expands the product system to include functions of co-products.

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Allocation Consequential LCA