In today’s industrial landscape, environmental sustainability has become a non-negotiable requirement for operating in the global market.
Manufacturing companies are increasingly called upon to provide transparency regarding the environmental impact of their products — a demand coming from customers, partners, and stakeholders alike.
In this scenario, CO₂ traceability and carbon footprint reporting have become key priorities.
The challenge of a common and shared framework
One of the main barriers to effective carbon footprint assessment is the lack of a shared and objective international standard.
While various methodologies exist, they are often fragmented and difficult to compare, making it challenging to establish transparent benchmarks across companies and sectors.
This heterogeneity clashes with a growing need: frequent requests for detailed environmental data on purchased goods. In many cases, this translates into the production of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) — third-party certified environmental reports based on verifiable data and internationally recognised methodologies, such as those outlined in ISO 14025.
LeanCOST as a tool for carbon impact analysis
Against this backdrop, LeanCOST emerges as a strategic solution for estimating the environmental impact of products and manufacturing processes with accuracy and transparency.
The software enables the calculation of CO₂ equivalent emissions based on the raw materials used and the energy consumed across all stages of the production cycle, integrating data already available within the company, such as materials, technologies, and cycle times.
Thanks to its granular level of detail — down to the single operation — LeanCOST allows for in-depth analysis, supporting internal evaluations. Moreover, the tool lets users select the geographical region of energy data, taking into account the variations in energy sources and associated emissions.
The results can be easily exported in spreadsheet format, facilitating further analysis and integration into corporate reporting systems.
Hyperlean’s commitment to sustainable industry
Hyperlean continues to support the green transition of manufacturing by enhancing its solutions to meet evolving sustainability challenges.
Our development roadmap includes integration with official EPD databases, continuous alignment with ISO standards, and interoperability with external auditing and verification systems.
Our goal is clear: to transform sustainability from a regulatory obligation into a strategic driver of industrial growth.
If your company is also tackling the challenges of environmental reporting, get in touch with us to discover how LeanCOST EVO can support your journey toward measuring, certifying, and improving your environmental performance.
References:
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ISO 14025 | ISO 14067 | ISO 14064-1
