Regionalized life cycle assessment (LCA) reports and life cycle inventory (LCI) datasets for Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems products utilized in Canada

2. The Department of Construction Research Center (CRC) of the National Research Council Canada has a requirement to develop regionalized life cycle assessment (LCA) reports and life cycle inventory (LCI) datasets for Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems (EIFS) products utilized in Canada. We aim to rely on generic upstream materials and energy data in order to ensure that Industry-Wide (Generic) Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) represent standard practices and products. These reports and data will be internally reviewed and verified by NRC. The outcomes from this project will be made publicly available on both National and International databases. The work will involve the following:

o Stakeholder Engagement: Achieve consensus from Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems manufacturers representing the majority of Canada’s supply to participate in the study. This will involve extensive stakeholder management to ensure collaboration and data sharing. If consensus is not reached the project will be terminated.

o Data Collection: Gather detailed production and emissions data from participating manufacturers, ensuring that all relevant processes are accurately documented.

o LCI Data Development: Complete life cycle assessment (LCA) inventory data templates, ensuring accuracy and consistency in the data gathered. This will include providing an export of the modeling files for further analysis and validation.

o Third-Party Review: Facilitate a third-party review of the developed LCI data and LCA report to ensure that the methodologies and findings are robust, credible, and in line with industry best practices.