Term of use of Agribalyse data
When and how can I use Agribalyse data ? How can I communicate about my environmental results ?
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When and how can I use Agribalyse data ? How can I communicate about my environmental results ?
Last updated
Agribalyse data results from more than 10 years of research and expertise. They aim at reprensenting in the most accurate way possible the impacts of agriculture and food products. We follow an evolutive approach, with continuous improvement. It is therefore of paramount importance to well understand the scope, stenght and limitations of this data to ensure a suitable use. Users are higly recommanded to use the documentation provided along the data.
The Agribalyse database is based on ecoinvent data for background processes (non-agricultural/food processes), as well as for certain imported agricultural products. These data are only accessible in the 'full' version of the database, via LCA software in particular.
Users of Agribalyse data in LCA software must have an ecoinvent licence. For more information, please refer to ecoinvent licences.
Agribalyse data is complex and comes with uncertainties, it must be considered for appropriate use. Avoid traps and read our documentation ( a specific user guide is available but only in French so far)
Environmental communication and data from Life Cycle Assessments are framed by ISO 14020/14040 standards. On the communication component, these standards focus on the main principles: information must be relevant, accurate, verifiable. Communication methods are also distinguished: official labels, self-declaration and eco-profiles. Comparing competing products notably requires specific elements: external critical reviews, reports in accessible "standardized" formats, etc. All stakeholders wishing to implement environmental communication based on AGRIBALYSE and / or additional data have to refer to the good practices presented in these standards.
