| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8106256 | Journal of Cleaner Production | 2014 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
A comparative LCA between an eco-sandwich made of bio-based epoxy resin (SuperSap 100/1000) and natural fibers against a traditional sandwich made of epoxy/glass-fibers was carried out. The main purpose and contribution of this study is the exploration of the eco-efficiency of this new material which featured applications span from naval to automotive and building sectors. To a minor degree, it is also a contribution in the sense that it provides life cycle inventory data on composites, which as yet are scarce in the LCA community. Life cycle assessments of bio-based polymers have shown favourable results in terms of environmental impacts and energy use compared to petroleum-based products. However, calculation of these impacts always depends on the system and boundary conditions considered during the study.
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Authors
Angela Daniela La Rosa, Giuseppe Recca, John Summerscales, Alberta Latteri, Gulia Cozzo, Gianluca Cicala,