Verified Life Cycle Assessment According to DIN EN ISO 14040
How does the life cycle assessment – the comprehensive evaluation of all environmentally relevant factors – of a product look? In an era where consumers and buyers from industry and commerce increasingly demand precise and reliable environmental information, a thorough assessment is essential.
TÜV NORD CERT Prüf- und Umweltgutachtergesellschaft mbH offers a critical review of your life cycle assessment in accordance with the standards DIN EN ISO 14040 and DIN EN ISO 14044. With a "critically reviewed life cycle assessment," producers build trust in their products and lay the foundation for successful marketing. This review not only provides customers with a reliable basis for their purchasing decisions but also enables companies to scientifically evaluate their environmental performance. Manufacturers gain a clear overview of the ecological impacts of their products, allowing them to sustainably and environmentally align and advance product development and internal processes.
Furthermore, it is possible to conduct a critical review of the LCA methodology for products within a product group. This allows companies to efficiently analyze and optimize the environmental performance of their entire product range. The advantages of this extended possibility lie in the comprehensive evaluation and comparability of products within a group, leading to a consistent and strategic alignment of sustainability goals. Companies can thus further develop their environmental strategy on a solid, scientifically based foundation and strengthen their market position.
Take advantage of our neutral and well-founded critical reviews to emphasise your commitment to sustainability and strengthen your market position.
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Benefits of the Verified Life Cycle Assessment
A life cycle assessment verified by a neutral body results in comparability between different products or the different development stages of one product. This provides objective information for potential customers, who can favour suppliers whose products embody the best ecological pedigree and features. This is particularly important in the automotive industry, where a clear and verified life cycle assessment is seen as a ticket to the market.
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Transparent and reliable data on the environmental impact of a product
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Creating trust through testing and verification by neutral accredited environmental assessors
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Recognition and targeted minimization of weak points and ecological risks
A Prerequisite for Success Especially in the Automotive Industry
After successful completion, the respective product can be marked with the "Verified Life Cycle Assessment" test mark. In principle, testing is possible for all types of products. It is particularly recommended for the automotive industry: here, a trustworthy life cycle assessment confirmed by a neutral party is regarded as an entry ticket to the market. TÜV NORD CERT UMWELTGUTACHTER GmbH's references include Audi, Porsche and Hyundai.
Identify Ecological Risks - Identify Opportunities for Improvement
Within the framework of the audit, the independent environmental verifiers consider the entire life cycle of the product in question (Life Cycle Analysis). This involves recording and evaluating all inputs (e.g. raw materials) and outputs (e.g. emissions) caused by a product in relation to the environment in the course of its manufacture, use and disposal. If the life cycle assessment is positive, this not only improves the competitive position on the market: the results can be incorporated into production and design, for example in the selection of optimum materials. Buyers, on the other hand, can decide on a secure basis for those suppliers whose products have the best ecological properties.
FAQs on ISO 14040
- the automotive industry and its suppliers
- In principle, however, a life cycle assessment can be validated for any type of product.
The respective manufacturer must describe the entire life cycle of a product to be tested - from raw material extraction, production and application to disposal or recycling. The main focus is on aspects of possible effects on the environment.
Our Know-How for your Success
TÜV NORD CERT is an internationally recognised and reliable partner for testing and certification services. Our experts and auditors have in-depth knowledge and are always permanently employed by TÜV NORD. This guarantees independence and neutrality as well as continuity in the support of our customers. The advantage for you is obvious: our auditors accompany and support the development of your company and give you objective feedback.