Solution: Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)

An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a standardized and independently verified document that communicates the environmental footprint of a product throughout its life cycle. It provides objective, comparable, and transparent data on environmental performance, supporting informed decision-making for manufacturers, customers, and stakeholders. EPDs are increasingly used as a critical tool in sustainability reporting, sustainable procurement, and compliance with environmental regulations.

What is an EPD?
An EPD presents quantified environmental information about a product, based on a comprehensive life cycle assessment (LCA). It covers the key stages of the product’s journey, from raw material extraction and production to use and end-of-life disposal.

The declaration reports impacts in areas such as:

• Greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint
• Energy consumption and efficiency
• Resource use and waste generation
• Air and water pollution

By adhering to international standards, EPDs ensure that environmental performance data is reliable, credible, and comparable across products.

Key Features of EPDs

• Integrated Life Cycle Approach: EPDs are based on a full life cycle analysis, ensuring a comprehensive view of environmental impacts.
• Scientific Foundation: Assessments are conducted using standardized scientific methodologies, enhancing credibility.
• Comparability: Designed under common rules and frameworks, EPDs allow comparison between similar products within the same category.
• Transparency: Detailed and independently verified data ensures full disclosure of environmental performance.