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Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is increasingly driving change in the construction industry, one of the most significant contributors to carbon emissions. From the extraction of resources to building demolition at the end of the life cycle, the decisions made about building design, materials, construction processes, operational and maintenance practices, and waste disposal impact the amount of carbon emitted and contribute to global warming.
What you will learn
- Define the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of buildings
- Discuss how LCA informs building design and materials choices
- Debate the use of technologies (ie. artificial intelligence) in LCA
- Explore the relationship of LCA and achieving green building standards
- Describe the LCA challenges
- Present real-world applications of LCA
