Analysis of Carbon Footprint in Product Lifecycle

Abstract

Environmental management has gained significant attention from researchers, policymakers, and businesses due to the pressing global challenges of climate change and waste management. As a result, organizations are continuously enhancing their environmental practices to progress toward more sustainable management stages.

In particular, companies deeply invested in environmental concerns have begun integrating life-cycle analysis and carbon footprint strategies into their operations. However, with numerous software tools available, selecting the most appropriate solution can be challenging for businesses. Therefore, the primary aim of this research is to evaluate various software applications to assist companies in making informed decisions regarding the most suitable tool for their specific needs.

This study provides a comprehensive review of existing literature on life-cycle analysis and carbon footprint thinking. Through this examination, over 20 software tools have been analyzed and compared. It is important to note that the suitability of each software may vary depending on the user’s specific goals or scope, as the underlying databases and functionalities of each program differ.