Modeling spatially resolved characterization factors for eutrophication potential in life cycle assessment.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Prior versions of the Tool for Reduction and Assessment of Chemical and other environmental Impacts (TRACI) have recognized the need for spatial variability when characterizing eutrophication. However, the method's underlying environmental models had not been updated to reflect the latest science. This new research provides the ability to differentiate locations with a high level of detail within the USA and provides global values at the country level.

Methods

In previous research (Morelli et al. 2018), the authors reviewed a broad range of domain-specific models and life cycle assessment methods for characterization of eutrophication and ranked these by levels of importance to the field and readiness for further development. The current research is rooted in the dec

SUBMITTER: Henderson AD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8576610 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature