ICAEW SE · Chapter 4 · Question 10 of 18
A company commissions a life cycle assessment (LCA) of a product on a 'cradle-to-grave' basis. What will the assessment cover?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: D) Environmental impacts from raw material extraction through manufacture, distribution and use, to final disposal
Explanation
Cradle-to-grave LCA covers every stage of a product's life, from extracting raw materials to disposal. A narrower 'cradle-to-gate' assessment stops when the product leaves the factory. LCA measures environmental impacts, not profitability.
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