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The integration of sustainability principles in the construction sector, especially through biogenic products, is increasingly essential due to environmental concerns. However, there are various Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodologies and standards, hindering a clear and unified assessment and comparability between similar products. The European Union has established the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) methodology, yet the specific PEF Category Rules (PEFCRs) for biogenic construction products are still pending. Meanwhile, the existing Product Category Rule (PCR) for EN 15804 offers established guidelines for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). This study aims to link PEF and EN 15804 for biogenic construction products, providing a methodology to assess these products according to PEF principles, by closing the gap and providing a clear methodology that enables the environmental assessment of biobased construction materials.

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Bridging Standards: Harmonising Sustainability Assessment Methods for Biobased Products in Construction

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    2026年

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  • Julia Weißert,
  • Matthias Müller,
  • Simon Panik

摘要

The integration of sustainability principles in the construction sector, especially through biogenic products, is increasingly essential due to environmental concerns. However, there are various Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodologies and standards, hindering a clear and unified assessment and comparability between similar products. The European Union has established the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) methodology, yet the specific PEF Category Rules (PEFCRs) for biogenic construction products are still pending. Meanwhile, the existing Product Category Rule (PCR) for EN 15804 offers established guidelines for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). This study aims to link PEF and EN 15804 for biogenic construction products, providing a methodology to assess these products according to PEF principles, by closing the gap and providing a clear methodology that enables the environmental assessment of biobased construction materials.