Session 3, Tools of the Trade: Assessment + Implementation builds on the knowledge gained during the first two sessions by diving into tools used to communicate environmental and human health impacts of materials. It includes demonstrations of key tools and context for determining the right tool to use in practice. The first half focuses on applying life-cycle assessment to evaluate environmental impacts, and the second half demonstrates common tools used to report material and product ingredients that could impact human health, and provides a forum for participants to compare tools and ask questions.
Learning Objectives:
· Participants will be able to explain Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA) guidelines and how LCA can be used to shape building design to reduce environmental impact.
· Participants will be able to draw upon resources and tools used to implement LCA in order to make evidence-based decisions on building materials.
· Participants will be able to explain the differences among tools, including databases, labels, certifications and others, used for screening products, assessing their impact, and disclosing their ingredients.
· Participants will be able to identify the appropriate health tool to use on a project and the key information needed to select healthy sustainable materials.