Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) as a Tool for Evaluating Sustainable Packaging Systems
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Science and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 30
Special Issue Editors
Interests: life cycle assessment; environmental improvement; waste management/recycling; raw materials; material and product quality; efficiency, effectiveness, productivity, reliability, and operability of processes
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Interests: engineering; mechanical engineering; agricultural engineering; life cycle assessment; sustainable development; energy; renewable energy; photovoltaic; wind energy; circular economy; environment; waste management; recycling
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The growing environmental impact of packaging waste has led to increased demand for sustainable packaging solutions aligned with the principles of the circular economy. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a recognized and standardized method for evaluating the environmental impact of products at every stage of their life cycle – from raw material extraction, through production and use, to end-of-life management.
This Special Issue focuses on the analysis of various packaging materials and formats—including plastics, paper, glass, and bioplastics—in terms of their environmental performance.
Sustainable packaging design should consider not only the appropriate selection of materials but also their recyclability, durability, and production efficiency. The LCA method provides a comprehensive approach to assessing environmental impact, supporting eco-design strategies and enabling manufacturers, policymakers, and consumers to make more informed and responsible decisions.
Prof. Dr. Patrycja Bałdowska-Witos
Prof. Dr. Izabela Piasecka
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- sustainable packaging life cycle assessment (LCA) circular economy
- eco-design packaging recycling biodegradable materials
- environmental impact life cycle optimization
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