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Introduction to Life Cycle Thinking

Target GroupBachelor, MasterResource TypeArticleDomainSustainable Consumption, Accounting, Sustainable Value Chain Management and Circular EconomyDuration< 1hAuthorLife Cycle Initiative
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  •  These materials introduce students to comprehensive life cycle analysis and thinking frameworks.
  • Best utilized in sustainability management or environmental engineering courses, particularly during units on product development or environmental impact assessment.
  • Faculty should use the provided diagrams and examples to illustrate lifecycle stages. Creating assignments that apply LCT principles to real products can help solidify understanding.
  •  The materials connect to broader sustainability frameworks and methodologies, with links to related ISO standards and management approaches.

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Structure engagement around personal connection and critical reflection. Students should process challenging ideas while relating content to their own experiences and developing perspectives. Use articles to stimulate thinking and encourage deeper engagement with complex topics.

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