Welcome to the EPD Guide

Your go-to hub for manufacturers to master Environmental Product Declarations and Life Cycle Assessments. Explore concise explainers, step-by-step guides and expert insights, or ask anything whenever you need clear, actionable answers.

Environmental Regulations & Laws Decoded

EU CPR, CSRD, UK PAS 2080, LEED v5! Acronyms everywhere! We translate legalese into plain English, flag looming deadlines, and share cheat‑sheets so you stay compliant (and sane) across markets.

EPDs & the Bottom Line

Show me the money! Dive into ROI formulas and pitch‑perfect sales playbooks that prove Environmental Product Declarations aren’t just green, they’re gold. From tender boosts to margin lifts, learn exactly how to turn an EPD into your newest revenue‑generating asset.

EPD Creation Playbook

Follow step‑by‑step explanaations from first data pull to published declaration. These articles outline the key phases, partners, and timelines so you can collaborate smoothly and launch a compliant, brand‑boosting EPD with confidence.

Standards & Schemas Spotlight

ISO 14025, EN 15804, PCRs galore; standards can read like phone books. We highlight what’s new, what’s changing, and what matters to your industry.

LCA Modules & Stages 101

A1–A5, B1–B7, C1–C4… alphabet soup, meet spoon. This section breaks down life‑cycle assessment modules and stages with real‑world examples that finally make the “cradle‑to‑grave” process clear.

EPD Myths Busted

“EPDs are only marketing.” “LCAs must cost a fortune.” We tackle the biggest misconceptions head‑on, armed with facts, figures, and a healthy dose of opinions.

Product Category Rules Explained

.PCRs are the rulebooks behind every LCA and EPD, but the details shift with each product family. Here you will find plain‑language summaries that identify the most common PCRs for your industry, note upcoming revision dates, and compare overlapping standards so you always pick the right reference. Ideal for teams preparing new EPDs or checking whether an existing rule still fits.

EPD Program Operators, Untangled

From Environdec to UL to BRE, the world of EPD operators can feel like a maze. We map it out, show you who does what, and hand you the shortcuts so you can publish with confidence.