This paper includes a cradle-to-grave LCA of the copper and
aluminum production in China during 2000e2009. The LCA
applied in this paper follows the steps outlined by the
International Organization for Standardization 14040 (Huntzinger
and Eatmon, 2009):
1. Determination of the assessment scope and boundaries;
2. Selection of the inventory of inputs and outputs;
3. Assessment of the environmental impact data compiled in the
inventory;
4. Interpretation of results and suggestions for improvement.