Versions are available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, for 32 and 64 bit they run directly in these operation systems, so you do not need a virtual machine. OpenLCA is a desktop application that works without internet access. Recently, in October 2013, a method for a comprehensive sustainability assessment that we implemented in the course of the European 7th FP PROSUITE project was released as a free plugin for openLCA. Later on, openLCA was extended to enable also economic life cycle assessment models, especially in a combination with LCA, in the form of Life Cycle Costing. Initially, the main application of openLCA was (environmental) life cycle assessment, LCA. its source code is freely available and can be modified by anyone. Privacy Policy | © 2018 Eastern Research Group, Inc.OpenLCA is a free, professional Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Footprint software with a broad range of functions and available databases, created by GreenDelta. To learn more, contact us at Back to Top ↑ More information on pricing for training and support services can be found here (PDF). Developer Support provides advanced support for anything from custom scripting using the Developer tools to the creation of web-based tools building on the openLCA source code. Modeler Support provides quick responses to questions about your openLCA models and help troubleshooting challenges that arise. The Software Support service provides support for installation and database management for new users. We can help with anything from getting your organization up and running with openLCA to setting up and troubleshooting complex models and analyses. We offer multiple levels of support for openLCA users. If you would be interested in joining an upcoming group training, please let us know what you are looking for, and we will notify you of the next available opportunity that meets your needs.
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Download compatible life cycle impact assessment methods.Free datasets from USDA and EXIOBASE are available, as are datasets for purchases such as ecoinvent or GaBi.
Find the latest life cycle inventory datasets.There are a number of resources readily available on the openLCA and Nexus websites. We are proud to Partner with GreenDelta in promoting the use of transparent, high quality LCA datasets and open source software.
openLCA is the premier free and open source life cycle assessment software tool. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Solid Waste Management Consultants - Franklin Associates: Life Cycle Services Home | Contact Us | ERG.com Franklin Associates: Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Solid Waste Management Consultants A Division of ERGįranklin Associates is the openLCA Partner in the United States.