Life cycle phases

Life Cycle Phases #

Life Cycle Phases are divided into information modules (A-D) according to EN 15978. The boundaries of these modules are summarized below.

Production #

  • A1 - Raw material extraction
  • A2 - Transportation to manufacturing site
  • A3 - Manufacturing

Construction #

  • A4 - Transport of materials to the construction site as well as transport machines to the construction site
  • A5 - On-site processes (setup/installation)

Use #

  • B1 - Impacts and aspects resulting from the use of the component of a building. E.g., the release of substances from the façade, roof, etc.
  • B2 - Maintenance
  • B3 - Repair
  • B4 - Replacement of products
  • B5 - Modernization
  • B6 - Energy consumption during operation
  • B7 - Water consumption during operation

End of Life #

  • C1 - Demolition/dismantling
  • C2 - Transportation for waste treatment or disposal
  • C3 - Waste treatment
  • C4 - Disposal

Recycling #

  • D1 - Material Recycling
  • D2 - Energetic Recycling

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