Improved environmental compatibility
Improving the environmental performance of products as well as improving sustainability throughout the supply chain has become significantly more important for both consumers and industry in recent years. Until now, this information has been provided e.g. by independent data providers or research institutes and was often based on literature data. As a consequence, the currently available life cycle data for copper products can vary greatly and only inaccurately depict the real picture of copper production and processing.
Further information
The copper industry has responded to this market demand by providing adequate life cycle data for various copper products, such as copper sheet, wire and tube. The study was carried out in close cooperation with internationally recognised experts in the field of life cycle assessment and on the basis of internationally applicable standards (ISO standards) as well as globally recognised software (GaBi) and, in particular, the copper industry’s own production data.
In parallel, EU initiatives such as the “Sustainable Consumption and Production Action Plan” promote greater resource efficiency and the marketing of greener products.
The copper industry is a leader in industries committed to reducing the environmental impact of their operations. Today, one third of the energy consumption of modern European copper production is used for environmental protection measures.
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