EPD (Environmental Product Declaration)Kristian Erlandsen2025-04-28T12:53:58+02:00 EPD (Environmental Product Declaration)The need to reduce the climate footprint of construction places higher demands on the documentation of building products’ environmental impacts. Artelia offers tailored assistance in preparing Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) that meet both current and upcoming documentation requirements. EPDWorking methodsServicesEPD Increased Competitiveness with EPD: Get Ready for the New Requirements The updated Construction Product Regulation (CPR) requires that the declaration of building products’ climate impact becomes mandatory through CE marking and the Declaration of Performance (DoP). As the harmonized product standards are continuously updated, the requirement to document product-specific climate impact through a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) will become part of these standards. As a building product manufacturer, you can strengthen your competitiveness by having the necessary documentation ready in the form of an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). This also provides an opportunity to optimize your production and value chain, thereby potentially reducing your climate footprint. The EPD allows you as a building product manufacturer to: Document the environmental impacts of your product in compliance with the requirements of the Construction Product Regulation. Provide documentation for the Danish tool LCAByg and building certifications such as DGNB, BREEAM, and LEED. Gain insights into your production and value chain, highlighting opportunities for reductions – including Scope 3 emissions. Establish a solid foundation for preparing a climate report through systematic data collection. Working methods Working Methods The first step is to map the production process and the upstream and downstream value chain to develop the LCA in accordance with ISO 14040/44. Our experienced specialists deliver a customized solution that results in an EPD compliant with EN 15804, meeting both current and forthcoming documentation requirements. Services Our Services Include: Kick-off meeting to determine needs and scope in collaboration with the client. Data collection. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) according to ISO 14040/44. Preparation of the EPD and supporting report in accordance with EN 15804. Dialogue and adjustment of the EPD and report as indicated by the verifier up to verification. Delivery meeting with a presentation of the results.
