Emission Factors:Ecoinvent

Description

ecoinvent is one of the most comprehensive life cycle inventory (LCI) databases, providing emission factors and environmental impact data across multiple industries. It covers energy, transport, materials, chemicals, agriculture, and waste management. ecoinvent is widely used in life cycle assessments (LCA), carbon footprint calculations, and sustainability reporting.

Metadata

Data Type: Unknown
Publisher Type: Private body
Number of Factors: 34,749
Database Format: Online search, .xlsx
Last Update: 2024
Update Frequency: Ad Hoc, Annual
Cost: Paid
Link: ecoinvent

When to use

This is the de facto standard for life-cycle inventory data.

Limitations

Complexities: Requires expertise in LCA methodologies to interpret data correctly. Geographic coverage: While global, some regions have limited specific data, relying on estimates. Industry-specific gaps: Certain newer industries may have limited or outdated data.

Page Contributors: Michelle Steiner, Morna Isaac