Methods & Tools for LCA & LCC
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Welcome to the Methods and Tools for Lifecycle Assessments and Lifecycle Costing page, a vital resource dedicated to enhancing sustainability and economic viability in electric vehicle (EV) development.
This page features a comprehensive collection of reports, scientific papers, and analytical tools that focus on the methodologies used for conducting lifecycle assessments (LCA) and accurate costing of EVs. By exploring these resources, you will gain insights into how LCA can evaluate the environmental impacts associated with the entire lifecycle of electric vehicles, from material extraction to production, use, and end-of-life management. This knowledge is essential for researchers, engineers, and decision-makers striving to promote sustainable practices and optimise costs within the evolving EV landscape.
Moving Towards a Sustainable Design of Power Converters Contributing to Zero-Emissions in the EV Use Phase and Lower Environmental Impacts in its Production: A Material Assessment with Respect to Recyclability Aspects
In the frame of the European project SCAPE, this work analyses the environmental impacts associated with key materials from parts and auxiliaries of a conventional EV power converter. The Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology was used to perform the assessment. Four end-of-life scenarios with different recyclability rates per material category were evaluated considering optimistic, pessimist and current recoverability rates. Results showed the consumption of non-renewable energy resources mainly based on fossil fuels as the major contributor to environmental impacts. Particularly, metals from the printing circuit board, such as gold, silver, and Copper + Molybdenum are the largest contributors. Recycling scenarios led to savings of up to 40% among impact categories.
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