Life Cycle Assessment for Sustainable Materials and Energy

This part time online programme offered by UCD is designed to meet the growing demand for professionals who are capable of conducting holistic environmental impact assessments

This programme provides a deeper, more comprehensive approach to sustainability assessment compared to traditional carbon footprinting. Participants will gain technical expertise in multi-criteria environmental impact assessments, using internationally recognised methodologies to evaluate trade-offs between climate impact, resource efficiency, pollution, ecosystem degradation, and socio-economic factors. The program provides training in ISO standard methods for Life Cycle Assessment (ISO 14040/44), the EU Taxonomy for Sustainable Activities and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). It integrates circularity metrics, life cycle-based sustainability strategies, and sustainable energy assessments, equipping graduates with the knowledge to support evidence-based decision-making.