ISO 14040 – Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Framework

Measure Environmental Impact. Make Sustainable Decisions.

ISO 14040 is the internationally recognized standard for conducting Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)—a method that evaluates the environmental impacts of a product, process, or service throughout its entire life cycle, from raw materials to disposal.

As part of the ISO 14000 family, it helps organizations understand environmental trade-offs, reduce their footprint, and make informed, sustainable decisions.

What ISO 14040 Covers

• Goal and scope definition

• Life cycle inventory analysis (LCI)

• Life cycle impact assessment (LCIA)

• Interpretation of results

Why It Matters

• Make evidence-based decisions on design, materials, and logistics

• Meet stakeholder and regulatory sustainability demands

• Reduce waste, energy use, and environmental impact

• Support eco-design and green innovation

• Enhance transparency and environmental responsibility

Key Benefits

• Promotes Sustainability: Minimizes impact across product life cycles

• Clear Insights: Enables data-driven improvements and efficiency

• Supports Compliance: Aligns with global standards (ISO 14001, ESG, GRI)

• Drives Innovation: Encourages sustainable product development

• Builds Credibility: Demonstrates commitment to sustainability

Who Should Use ISO 14040?

• Manufacturers and product designers

• Environmental researchers and consultants

• Organizations involved in sustainability reporting

• Companies aiming to improve environmental performance