Life-cycle engineering

The application of complementary methodologies and technologies enables engineers to apply LCE to fulfill environmental objectives.

[2] The goal of LCE is to find the best possible compromise in product engineering[3] to meet the needs of society while minimizing environmental impacts.

Planetary boundaries can be used to establish limits for the earth's carrying capacity, defining upper thresholds for the environmental system.

LCE is to be implemented in the solutions to these issues, as they require evaluation and action on a full life-cycle level, and are directly or indirectly tied to sustainable policies and decision-making.

Profitability Productivity Quality of products Impact on future investments Future generations Backing from environmentalists Efficiency Innovation Waste reduction Land clearing Nature conservation Life cycle engineering is an assessment methodology and practice faced with increasing demand in the architectural, construction, and design industries.

Newly realized environmental and economic benefits of sustainable building practices are determined and made accessible through LCE.

LCE provides value to businesses by revealing and quantifying the benefits of sustainable construction with regard to environmental impact, energy reduction, economic savings, and commercial or social attractiveness.