LCA Basics: Understand Life Cycle Assessment and use it confidently at work

You don't need to become an LCA expert to make better environmental decisions. But you do need to understand how LCA works, what its results mean, and how to use that information in your professional role.

Learn the essentials of Life Cycle Assessment in just four hours, with practical examples and guidance from experienced educators

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LCA is becoming part of more business decisions. Are you prepared?

Customers ask for environmental data. Sustainability teams discuss product footprints. Colleagues refer to LCAs, EPDs and environmental claims.

But what do these actually mean for your work?

You may not need to conduct an LCA yourself. You do need enough understanding to ask the right questions, interpret the findings and make informed decisions.

That's exactly what LCA Basics is designed to help you do.

What you'll be able to do after the course

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Understand LCA without getting lost in technical details

Grasp the essential concepts, methodology and terminology behind Life Cycle Assessment.

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Communicate confidently with LCA specialists

Ask better questions, understand LCA findings and work more effectively with consultants and technical teams.

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Use environmental data to support decisions

Discover how LCA can inform product development, procurement, sustainability strategy and communication.

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Know where to start with LCA in your organization

Understand the process, the information needed and the steps involved in getting started.

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Build your LCA literacy and strengthen your professional skill set

Gain a valuable sustainability competency you can apply in your current role, add to your CV and showcase on LinkedIn.

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LCA Basics = LCA literacy for business professionals

Price: €250 + applicable VAT

Gain the confidence to understand Life Cycle Assessment, communicate with specialists and use environmental information in your professional role.

Whether you're strengthening your skills for your current job or investing in your future career, LCA Basics gives you a practical foundation without requiring technical LCA experience.


Your enrolment includes:

  • Four hours of self-paced online learning

  • One month of access to course materials

  • Live Q&A session with an expert

  • Certificate of completion

  • Practical examples and real-world applications

  • 14-day money-back guarantee

14-Day Money Back Guarantee

We understand that your time is valuable, and we've crafted this course with business professionals like you in mind, tailored to meet your specific needs. However, if for any reason you are not satisfied with your experience within the first 14 days, we are committed to providing a full refund. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we want you to embark on this learning journey with confidence. Simply reach out to our support team, and we will promptly process your refund—no questions asked. Join us risk-free and take the first step towards enhancing your professional skills!

Is LCA Basics right for you?

LCA isn't just for sustainability specialists anymore

As businesses increasingly rely on environmental data to guide decisions, understanding Life Cycle Assessment is becoming a valuable skill across many professional roles.

You don't need to be a sustainability expert or conduct LCAs yourself to benefit from understanding them.

This course is designed for professionals in sustainability, management, procurement, R&D, product development, marketing and other business functions who need to understand LCA, communicate with specialists and use environmental data to make better decisions.

Whether you're working alongside an LCA team, collaborating with external consultants or looking to add a future-ready sustainability skill to your CV, this course gives you the foundation you need.

No previous LCA experience is required.

Looking to conduct LCAs yourself? Explore our Hands-On LCA Training to develop practical LCA practitioner skills.

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Your teachers

Poul Lindqvist, a seasoned finance professional turned impact entrepreneur and educator, brings over 25 years of experience to the classroom, where he passionately spreads knowledge about the significant benefits of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and guides individuals and businesses towards a more sustainable future.

Tanja Holm, an impact entrepreneur and teacher, passionately educates about Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), focusing on effective communication and marketing of sustainable topics. Her expertise in B2B marketing, circularity, and sustainability enriches her dedicated focus on influencing environmental decisions through data.

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On-demand webinars

  • LCA at scale

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    Conducting one LCA is a gbeat start, but what if you need hundreds of even thousands of LCA’s?

  • Sustainable packaging solutions & LCA

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    Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry leaders and engage in a thought-provoking conversation on packaging's role in shaping a sustainable future.

  • LCA & Circular Business

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    Discover the secrets of developing circular products and services and understand their environmental impact.

Unlock Your Sustainability Potential: Take Action Today!

Are you ready to make informed decisions and drive sustainability in your professional journey? By engaging in our program, you will:

✨ Understand what LCA is and how it really works

✨ Learn how LCA relates to eco-design, communication, decision making, compliance and sustainability strategy

✨ Acquire the knowledge to make discerning decisions as a buyer of LCA-related services.

✨ Integrate environmental decision-making seamlessly into your work.

✨ Incorporate LCA into your professional role with confidence.

✨ Explore strategies for fostering more sustainable businesses.

✨Discover methods for creating environmentally friendly and sustainable products.

✨ Learn the art of communicating impactful LCA results effectively.

Take the step towards a greener and more sustainable future. Join us in championing positive change!