LCA & PCF Course for Chemical Value Chains
Next Course: 14 – 16 April 2026
LCA & PCF
Course for Chemical Value Chains
Learn the theory and practical skills of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Product Carbon Footprints (PCF) in our beginner friendly course for the chemical industry.
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Course overview
- 14 – 16 April 2026
- Rotonda Business Club, Cologne
- For beginners, no previous knowledge required
- In English (or German by agreement of all participants)
- Small group size (4-12 participants)
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2160 € for regular participants
1080 € for academic participants
The workshop was a great success! It was well-organized, and the pace of learning was just right. It more than fulfilled my expectations. I have been fully motivated to take the learnings directly into my everyday working life!
Environmental R&D Manager, Schwalbe
How can I master ISO‑aligned LCA & PCF skills for chemical products – in just three days?
In this three-day course, you'll learn the fundamentals of LCA and PCFs, according to ISO standards 14040/14044 and 14067.
Guided by an experienced trainer, you'll learn just what you need to get started with environmental assessments. As this course focuses on the chemicals value chain, we can cut to the core of what matters most for anyone dealing with chemical products, including the Together for Sustainability Guideline for PCF calculations.
You'll leave the course with sharper skills for dealing with LCA or PCF studies from suppliers, clearer ways to communicate your results internally, and - most important of all - the ability to start working on LCA and PCF studies in your organisation.
Building skills
With this course you'll...
... get skills and get started.
You’ll learn the basics of life cycle thinking, LCA/PCF methodologies, and how to design an effective assessment. It’s an essentials only course of the basic knowledge and skills required to begin working on LCA or PCF studies.
... focus on what matters in the chemical industry
Your trainer will have extensive experience doing LCA and PCF studies in the chemical industry, giving this course a unique focus on the what you will need for your real life, everyday work in our industry.
... cut through confusion and assess real-world LCA/PCF studies
You’ll learn how to analyse and assess the validity, quality and reliability of LCA studies from other sources, such as those provided by suppliers or partners.
... acquire valuable skills for your team or business
You will leave with a better understanding of life-cycle thinking, LCA methodologies and the ability to conduct partial LCA studies that are directly relevant in your business.
Curriculum
How is the course structured?
Introduction to PCF and LCA
- Introduction of participants & trainers
- Expectations
- Aims of the workshop
- Introduction to LCA
Goal and Scope definition
- Goal definition
- Functional units
- System Boundaries
- Data quality and data sources
Life Cycle inventory (LCI)
- Theoretical background for data collection
- Building of an LCI model: mathematical structure, software tools & database
- Allocation
Impact Assessments and Interpretation
- Impact Assessments: Overview and computation of environmental impacts based on LCI results
- Interpretation and sensitivity analysis of PCF and LCA results
- Communication of PCF and LCA results
Conducting and industry-related LCA case study
- Example technologies for chemicals and plastics:
- Base oils
- Additives
- CO2-based chemicals
- Recycling
- Bio-baed chemicals
- Test calculations based on Customer data information is supplied in advance
PCF reporting requirements and wrap-up
- Discussion and evaluation of additional PCF (ISO 14067) related reporting standards
- Discuss next steps e.g. methodology development, data purchase
- Joint development of an initial version of the draft methodology document
- Wrap up and feedback
FAQ
1. Who is this course for?
This course is designed for anyone interested in engaging with the topic of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
We especially recommend the participation of professionals from a wide range of departments, including IT, Marketing, Sales, Production, Sustainability Management, General Management, and Research & Development. The course is well-suited for both technical and non-technical roles looking to build foundational knowledge in environmental sustainability and product carbon footprinting.
2. Do I need any prior knowledge?
No prior knowledge of LCA or PCF is required. The course is designed as an introductory training and provides all the foundational concepts needed to get started.
3. Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, at the end of the course you will receive a certificate of participation issued by cm.academy, confirming your successful attendance and the topics covered during the training.
4. Is it possible to get notified when new training sessions or dates become available?
Yes, you can subscribe to our newsletter — we’ll keep you informed about upcoming courses and other educational opportunities.
Enroll today to bring measurable expertise into your role.
Learn to navigate LCA and PCF with confidence and accuracy, using methods trusted across the chemical sector. To secure your spot, we advise enrolling early.