About Us

The American Center for Life Cycle Assessment (ACLCA) is the largest nonprofit membership organization for environmental LCA professionals in North America. Its members include representatives from industry, academia, consulting, government and NGOs.

Who We Are

Empowering growth, fostering innovation, and uniting the LCA community. ACLCA leverages the strength of rigorous, standards-based LCA to provide unparalleled access to data-driven resources and a diverse network of experts. Through our annual conference, monthly webinars, and specialized committees, we help translate complex environmental data into impactful sustainability solutions.

Mission

Increase capacity, knowledge, and use of LCA

Vision

Lead. Learn. Connect. Grow. Accelerating better decision making for a more sustainable now.

Code of Ethics

View the Code of Ethics and Conduct for Life Cycle Assessment Professionals .

Our Leadership

NRMCA

Ramboll

NREL

Novelis

NSF

Eaton

Smart EPD

SCS Global

Positive Scenarios

Cargill

Owens Corning

International Code Council

Lockheed Martin

Interface

Shaw Industries

Whirlpool

DTSC

California Air Resource Board (CARB)

AMSpec

American Wood Council (AWC)

Sphera

John Beath Environmental (JBE)

EarthBridge

NIST

Microsoft

ORNL

American Forest and Paper

Climate Earth

Earth Shift Global

WAP Sustainability

True North Collective

Trinity Consulting

Cotton Inc.

Georgia Pacific

Tarkett

Rivian

Kohler

ERG

American Chemistry Council (ACC)

UL Solutions

Sustainable Minds

Industrial Ecology Consultants

Argonne National Laboratory

American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)

Aspire Sustainability

Baker Hughes

DOW

Our Science Advisory Council

The Science Advisory Council (SAC) consists of leading experts in life cycle assessment (LCA), who advise on matters requiring technical and scientific judgment as it relates to the application of LCA and life cycle thinking. 

While the SAC provides invaluable technical and scientific guidance, the ACLCA is not required to consult with SAC members and is not restricted from seeking expertise from outside of the SAC. Additionally, participation in the SAC does not imply endorsement of ACLCA materials or positions.

Ben Amor, Ph.D.

Bhavik Bakshi, Ph.D.

Melissa Bilec, Ph.D.

Michael Carbajales-Dale, Ph.D.

Nick Santero, P.E., Ph.D.

Sangwon Suh, Ph.D.

Sarah Jordaan, Ph.D.

Terrie Boguski, MS

Tim Skone

Wes Ingwersen, Ph.D.

Our Affinity Partners

Our Affinity Partnership Program offers exclusive discounts to ACLCA members.

You can apply here to become an ACLCA Affinity Partner.

Our Awards

The annual LCA Awards recognize individuals and organizations whose leadership efforts have advanced LCA and have made an impact in environmental sustainability.

Individual Award

Rita Schenck Lifetime LCA Leadership Award

The Rita Schenck Lifetime Individual LCA Leadership Award honors a leader whose long-term involvement has greatly impacted the LCA field and community. It celebrates a successful leader whose career contributions serve as an example for future generations. The award recognizes achievements over a lifetime, not just a single contribution.

Individual Award

Michael Levy
Rising Star Award

The Michael Levy Rising Star Award recognizes an emerging leader in LCA who shows exceptional growth and increasing leadership. The recipient has not yet reached a senior level but demonstrates strong potential for continued professional advancement.

Individual & Group Award

LCA Leadership Awards

ACLCA Leadership Awards honor individuals or organizations in corporate, government, education, and student categories for advancing LCA and life cycle thinking.