What is an Environmental Product Declaration and how is it related to Life Cycle Analysis?

Life Cycle Analysis is a tool that allows for the assessment of a product’s environmental impact at every stage of its life.

An EPD is a third-party verified document that provides environmental information about a product based on life cycle analysis and following specific standards.

What added value does an EPD provide?

Currently, an EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) is a document that adds value to certifications that are growing exponentially, such as BREEAM, LEED, or VERDE, among others. It is also an important document within the regulatory framework of Levels.

How do we foresee the future of the construction sector from an environmental perspective, and what role does an EPD play?

Sustainability is currently growing, but I believe there is still a long way to go. With the EPDs for our VMC DF EVO 1 and 2 heat recovery units and our network of thermoplastic ducts and accessories, we have become the first European company to have environmental product declarations for a complete ventilation system.

What role does the circular economy play and why should we adopt this change of mindset?

If we want to overcome this climate emergency, the circular economy plays a key role, as it eliminates waste, conserves natural resources by avoiding direct extraction from the Earth, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Thanks to EPDs, we can quantify our environmental impact and reduce it in the most efficient way.