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Wall case - Argex, Belgium. Purpose. To be prepared for future market demands. Learn more about LCA and LCA methodology. Learn about own products and own processes. Where is the environmental impact greatest?. Function.
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Purpose • To be prepared for future market demands. • Learn more about LCA and LCA methodology. • Learn about own products and own processes. • Where is the environmental impact greatest?
Function The function of the product is important for defining the functional unit. The wall has defining parameters, such as heat and sound insulating properties. These should be included where they affect the performance and type and quantity of materials used. All utilities affecting the dimensions should be included in the functional unit, as far as possible. The functional unit for this case is: 1 square meter of house wall (1,00x1,00x 0,31 m) constructed, maintained and demolished after 50 years.
Raw materials production LCA model Construction End of Life Block raw materials
Results Energy consumption for the main steps in the life cycle
Global Warming Potential for the main steps in the life cycle
Eutrophication and Acidification for the main steps in the life cycle
Eutrophication and Acidification for raw materials production