Life Cycle Analysis (LCA), also known as Life Cycle Assessment, is a methodology used to evaluate the environmental impacts associated with a product, process, or system throughout its entire life cycle, from raw material extraction to disposal or end-of-life. It considers the environmental inputs, outputs, and potential impacts at each stage, including resource use, energy consumption, emissions, waste generation, and ecological consequences. LCA quantifies and assesses these impacts using a systematic approach, taking into account factors such as material sourcing, manufacturing, transportation, product use, and disposal. The goal of lifecycle assessment is to provide insights into the environmental performance of a product or process, identify areas for improvement, and support sustainable decision-making by considering the full life cycle impacts.