Frequently Asked Questions

An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a document that presents information about the environmental impact of a building material throughout its life cycle.

An Environmental Product Declaration contains information about the environmental impact of a building material throughout its life cycle, including energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, water and resource consumption, and other relevant information.

Having an Environmental Product Declaration can help building companies provide information about their products, increase their sustainable profile, and meet customer requirements and regulations regarding sustainable construction.

Yes, Environmental Product Declarations must be based on credible Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methods and be conducted by independent organizations.

Yes, an Environmental Product Declaration can be created for any building material or product if appropriate research and life cycle assessment have been conducted.

Yes, an Environmental Product Declaration can help building companies reduce greenhouse gas emissions by identifying areas where changes can be made to reduce negative environmental impacts.

Yes, an Environmental Product Declaration covers the entire life cycle of a building material, from raw material extraction, through production, transport, use, and disposal.

Yes, an Environmental Product Declaration only addresses environmental aspects, and does not contain information about other parameters such as quality, durability, or aesthetics of building materials.

Yes, an Environmental Product Declaration is based on ISO standards, which ensures data consistency and comparability worldwide.

No, obtaining an Environmental Product Declaration is relatively simple and requires providing appropriate documentation regarding the life cycle of the building material. However, it is important to work with a professional organization to efficiently and effectively go through this process.