Plasticos Calibrados

Comparative analysis of the environmental impact of the biobased pre-cut bag and possible substitutes using the Life Cycle Analysis

Technical

Plasticos Calibrados engages to evaluate the environmental impacts of their biobased (PE from sugar cane) pre-cut plastic bags, following Life Cycle methodology, in order to comply with the newest Colombian regulation.

4 months

Colombia & Brazil

Oct 2024

Arditec & ICIPC tasks

Perform a comparative analysis of the environmental impact of the biobased pre-cut bag and possible substitutes using the Life Cycle Analysis (ISO 14040-44 v2006)

Achievements

Plasticos calibrados received scientific-based results, to guide decision-making:

  • reduce adverse impacts,
  • mitigate risks linked to supply chain,
  • redefine providers selection process,
  • report to clients/Colombian autorités