Major Milestone Achieved! SSBTi & IVL LCA EPD Training on 11/21 is a Resounding Success!
On November 21st, the LCA EPD training course co-hosted by the SSBTi Association (Supply Chain Science Carbon Reduction Association) and IVL (Swedish Environmental Research Institute) yielded significant results! This marks a crucial step in Taiwan's sustainable development capabilities.
Achievement 1: Successful Development of Core Expert Consultant Groups!
We have successfully cultivated a group of top-tier expert consultants. Partners from National Taiwan University (NTU), Minghsin University of Science and Technology, LnData, SFiT, SFiM, AgilePoint, government agencies, and premier consulting firms have now comprehensively:
Mastered the Core Concepts of LCA: LCA is the foundation for all Environmental Declarations, a critical expertise severely lacking in Taiwan.
Familiarized Themselves with the EPD System Framework: Gained deep insights into the framework and characteristics of the International EPD System.
Expanded their Vision to ESPR: Extended their perspective from EPD to the latest EU regulation, the ESPR (Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation), mastering global sustainability regulatory trends.
Achievement 2: 10 Key Questions & Answers (Q&A) on EPD Systems
We have compiled 10 core points about the EPD system for all enterprise partners to contemplate. This is key to optimizing your sustainability strategy:
- What is the core value of EPD? It helps companies reduce duplication of work and cost, which is crucial for survival in global sustainability competition.
- How is the international mutual recognition of EPD? Mutual recognition agreements exist between EPD systems (e.g., with Norway, Denmark, Finland, IBU, etc.), and the promotion of an ISO standard for mutual recognition is ongoing.
- What is the current state of the LCA tool market? Events like One Click acquiring SimaPro are impacting the industry, necessitating the selection of a certification system with long-term stability.
- How does the EPD system ensure independence? The International EPD System establishes the subsidiary EPD International AB and prohibits Secretariat personnel from participating in consultation and auditing, ensuring platform neutrality.
- What is the relationship between EPD and EU regulations (PEF/DPP/ESPR)? EPD can comprehensively cover the environmental impact factors required by PEF and is the best fundamental preparation for addressing new regulations like DPP and ESPR.
- Which industries are driving EPD adoption? The construction sector (LEED, EN 15804), the electricity industry (e.g., Enel), and North American IT giants (e.g., Google, VMware) have clear EPD requirements for their supply chains.
- How mandatory is EPD in the US market? States like California have passed the "Clean Purchasing Act," requiring EPD data to be used for carbon emission evaluation of construction materials procured by the federal government.
- How to avoid duplication of EPD development costs? EPD Tools and Process Certification can significantly simplify the process, reduce costs, and protect a company's proprietary data.
- Who is a qualified EPD auditor? A candidate needs 5 years of LCA experience, including at least 5 case studies, with at least one being a multi-environmental factor (not just carbon footprint) case.
- What is the future trend for EPD? The EU's CPR will mandate GWP reporting, potentially leading to the integration of the EPD system with official regulations. We must be prepared for this.
Achievement 3: Sustainability Transformation is a War! Call to Action!
Sustainability transformation is a war! Under the severe challenges of global sustainability competition, a company's survival rate depends on adopting the correct methodology to respond.
We strongly urge you to:
1. Avoid Detours: Stop wasting time and money on systems that do not meet international standards.
2. Connect Globally: Immediately connect with our professional consulting team and the EPD International system.
3 .Use the Right Methodology: Employ the correct LCA/EPD methodology to fundamentally reduce operating costs and ensure the reliability and international acceptance of your reports.
Take action now to ensure your company remains invincible in the global sustainability competition!
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