Life Cycle Assessment of Thermoelectric Cooling Totes

This report presents a life cycle assessment (LCA) of Phononic's thermoelectric cooling fridge and freezer totes, conducted in accordance with ISO 14040 and ISO 14044 standards. The assessment aims to evaluate the environmental impacts associated with the product from its inception to its end-of-life. The document outlines the study's goal, scope, and methodology, detailing the product system, functional unit, and system boundaries. It also describes the data collection and modeling processes used in the analysis, including the manufacturing processes for Phononic products and comparison cases. The report includes life cycle inventory analysis, results from the life cycle impact assessment (LCIA), and interpretations of the findings. It discusses limitations and provides recommendations based on the results obtained. The document serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the environmental implications of using thermoelectric cooling technology in portable refrigeration solutions.