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Affiliation: School of Engineering & Information Technology, Sanskriti University, Mathura

Abstract

The construction industry is a significant contributor to environmental degradation, making the assessment of construction materials' sustainability essential for reducing the overall ecological footprint. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) databases focused on construction materials provide crucial data and tools for evaluating the environmental impacts associated with the production, use, and disposal of these materials. This review explores the existing LCA databases dedicated to construction materials, detailing their scope, methodologies, and data coverage. It examines well-known databases, such as ECOINVENT, GaBi, and the Building for Environmental Sustainability (BES) database, and assesses their strengths and limitations. The review further discusses the challenges in the consistent application of LCA methodologies, such as regional data availability, variations in material inventories, and the need for standardization in the assessment processes. The paper emphasizes the role of these databases in supporting sustainable material selection, policy-making, and decision-making for more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly construction practices.

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Review