Prospective LCA towards achieving carbon neutrality goals
Framework application and challenges
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 11368359 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Y Fang (0000-0002-3050-5531, Beijing University of Technology), Ya-Xi Fang, Pei-Ze Wu, Pei‐Ling Wu (0000-0001-8021-5682, University of Science and Technology Beijing), Sha Chen (0000-0001-6026-652X, Beijing University of Technology, corresponding author), Yu Li (0000-0002-0964-6399, University of Science and Technology Beijing), Shu-Fen Cui, Shufen Cui (0000-0003-0690-4513, Lishui University, corresponding author), Jinxin Zhu (0000-0001-5632-4440, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs), Jin-Xing Zhu, Hai-Zhou Cao, Hailong Cao (0000-0002-0147-7826, Environmental Protection Engineering (Greece)), Kejun Jiang (0000-0001-8904-4429, Energy Research Institute), Ke-Jun Jiang, Ling Zhong (0000-0002-0196-4587, Ministry of Ecology and Environment) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 111 |
| Pages | 107733 |
| Publication date | 2025-01-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Environmental Impact Assessment Review (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0195-9255 • E-ISSN: 1873-6432 |
| Publisher | Elsevier BV (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.eiar.2024.107733 |
| OpenAlex | W4404731759 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 13 |
| References cited | 84 |
To achieve carbon neutrality , the development and application of low-carbon, zero-carbon, and negative-carbon technologies are crucial for transforming energy and industrial structures. Prospective Life Cycle Assessment (PLCA) serves as a vital tool in this transformation by providing a forward-looking framework for evaluating the future environmental impacts of emerging technologies. PLCA not only considers the scaling of technologies but also focuses on resource efficiency and energy system optimization. However, current PLCA frameworks often face challenges related to data limitations and inconsistencies in evaluation models, which can lead to uncertainties in environmental impact assessments . This paper proposes a robust and scientifically PLCA framework to reduce modeling uncertainties and support the carbon neutrality goal. Based on the summary of the current research and application of PLCA, focusing on its role in assessing low-carbon, zero-carbon, and negative-carbon technologies in key sectors such as industry, transportation, construction, and agriculture , the paper identifies critical issues that PLCA must address to support the future development of these technologies. Through this enhanced PLCA framework, the paper aims to offer methodological support for decision-making in technology selection and energy optimization, providing policymakers with a clear path to advance carbon-neutral strategies while ensuring environmental sustainability and economic efficiency. • Application of PLCA for carbon neutrality is comprehensively summarized. • PLCA framework is developed aiming to carbon neutrality. • A method to solve the limited data is proposed in PLCA. • How to understand the results from PLCA for policymakers is proposed
Business · Carbon fibers · Carbon neutrality · Economics · Environmental economics · Environmental planning · Environmental resource management · Greenhouse gas · Neutrality · Political science · Climate Change Policy and Economics · Computer Science · Environmental Impact and Sustainability · Environmental Science · Green IT and Sustainability · Law · Geology
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| Unique citing works | 13 |
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| Citations per year | 13 |
| Citation span | 2025 - 2026 (2) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 13 |