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Sekisui Chemical: A Leader in Environmental Sustainability

In a significant move towards supporting decarbonization, Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. has officially begun to disclose its Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data, specifically focusing on the Carbon Footprint (CFP) of its products. This initiative is part of the larger strategy by the Environmental and Lifeline Company at Sekisui, under the leadership of President Yoshiyuki Hiai, to promote sustainable practices across the entire Sekisui Chemical Group.

Understanding LCA and CFP Data

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a critical evaluation method that quantifies the environmental impact of products throughout their lifecycle, from raw material procurement to manufacturing, use, and finally disposal or recycling. The component of LCA that particularly resonates with the societal challenge of climate change is the measurement of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, which is captured as the Carbon Footprint (CFP). By measuring these emissions in CO2 equivalents, products can now display their environmental impact more transparently to consumers and businesses alike.

Industry-Wide Initiatives Towards Carbon Neutrality

In response to Japan's commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, the country is witnessing a collective effort to enhance the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and formalize LCA practices across the construction sector. Such initiatives signify a robust framework to address lifecycle carbon reduction, further enhanced by the prospects of mandatory LCA regulations.

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