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Environmental Impact Comparison of Cactus Leather
CED (MJ) CUMULATIVE ENERGY DEMAND
Desserto® saves 878.26% CED (MJ) compared to animal leather, and 78.96% compared to polyurethane (PU).
GHG CARBON (KGCO2EQ.)
Desserto® saves 1,864.02% Greenhouse Gas Emissions compared to animal leather, and 77.69% compared to polyurethane (PU).
EUTROPHICATION (KGPO4 3-EQ.)
Desserto® saves 500% Eutrophication impact compared to animal leather, and 100% compared to polyurethane (PU).
WATER USE (M3)
Desserto® saves 164,650% of water compared to animal leather, and 190% compared to polyurethane (PU).
GHG CARBON WITH WASTE INCINERATION (KGCO2EQ.)
If incinerated, Desserto® saves 1,416.66% Greenhouse Gas Emissions compared to animal leather, and 90.55% compared to polyurethane (PU).
(C02) CARBON NEGATIVE FARMING
In only 14 acres of organic cactus plantations, we can absorb 8,100 tons of CO2 per year, while at the farm we only generate 15.30 tons of CO2 annually.
LCA STAGES
The early stage LCA follows the ISO 14040 and 14044 LCA guidelines. These results are based on early-stage life cycle analysis conducted on Desserto® products following life cycle analysis related ISO guidelines (14040 and 14044). These results are based on preliminary data and estimates for manufacturing process and materials in the relevant supply chains. These results are meant to provide an understanding of potential sustainability related impacts/benefits of the product based on life cycle impact assessment principles. Any comparisons provided with other products are based on approximations and averages where applicable. It is recommended to use your own specific benchmarks for comparison purposes. If you have any question, please contact us directly in the contact page.
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