Life Cycle Assessment
(การประเมินวงจรชีวิต)
Definition
Life Cycle Assessment (การประเมินวงจรชีวิต) Hard Skill
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a systematic method to evaluate the environmental impacts of a product, process, or service throughout its entire life cycle, from raw material extraction to disposal.
Expertise Level
Level 1
Basic
1. Understands the basic concept and purpose of Life Cycle Assessment.
2. Can identify the main stages of a product's life cycle.
3. Is familiar with common environmental impacts considered in LCA.
Level 2
Intermediate
1. Can perform a simplified LCA including inventory analysis.
2. Able to interpret LCA results and identify key impact areas.
3. Uses LCA software and tools for basic assessments.
Level 3
Advanced
1. Conducts comprehensive LCA studies adhering to international standards (e.g., ISO 14040/44).
2. Integrates LCA findings into strategic decision-making and sustainability planning.
3. Can critically evaluate and improve LCA methodology for complex systems.
