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Jul 28, 2022
Are Life Cycle Assessments of Pipe Materials Really That Important?
Publication: Pipelines 2022
ABSTRACT
In the water and wastewater industry, the importance of piping materials’ sustainability is often overlooked. This can be attributed to the fact that available information is based on qualitative statements made by manufacturers regarding the pipe materials’ manufacturing process. This makes it difficult to compare different pipes or assess the sustainability of a pipe project. This paper will show how a life cycle assessment (LCA) can quantify pipe sustainability and provide suggestions on how utilities can use this information. An example of a pipe industry performing an LCA will also be given.
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Pages: 95 - 101
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Published online: Jul 28, 2022
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1Uni-Bell PVC Pipe Association. Email: [email protected]
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