(National Renewable Energy Labaratory., 2009-01-02) Muredzi, Perkins
Life cycle assessment (LCA) is an analytical tool
for the systematic evaluation of the environmental aspects of a
product or service system through all stages of its life cycle.
The food production industry requires large inputs of
resources and causes several negative environmental effects.
The food production systems are oriented and optimized to
satisfy economic demands and the nutritional needs of a
rapidly growing world population. Environmental issues,
however, have not been given much attention. This review
article discusses Life Cycle Assessment (LAS) as a tool for
effective environmentally friendly waste management in the
Food Industry and gives case studies and recommendations for
the industry.
