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WHAT IS PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT (LCA)? The designer / manufacturer plans every stage of making the product and it’s use by the customer, so that damage to the environment is as low as possible. A written Life Cycle Assessment is produced, as part of the design process. |
WHAT IS PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT (LCA)? This is when a designer / manufacturer plans every stage of making a product, so that the product is as environmentally friendly as possible. Including, using recycled materials and renewable energy during manufacturing. PLUS The designer / manufacturer also designs the product, so that it consumes as little energy as possible, when its is being used by the customer and produces as little pollution as possible. PLUS At the end of it’s working life, the product has been designed so that it can be disassembled easily and recycled. |
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When designing a product, a Life Cycle Assessment is carried out. What is LCA and why is it important? 6 marks | ||
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