Our Approach
At TerraFact, we specialize in guiding manufacturers through the process of creating Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) with integrity and a keen understanding of commercial priorities. As the demand for EPDs grows due to stricter regulations, compliance with rigorous environmental standards is essential—but so is positioning your products to stand out in the marketplace. We not only lead the way in delivering accurate and transparent environmental assessments but also collaborate closely with you to ensure your products are presented in the best possible light. Below are the key steps we take to create EPDs that drive both compliance and commercial success for your products.
Confidentiality is paramount at TerraFact. We recognize that proprietary information often plays a role in EPD and FDES data collection. While these documents do not disclose industry secrets, we understand the sensitivity of the data involved. Rest assured, we respect and protect your information, and we are happy to formalize this commitment through NDAs or other confidentiality agreements
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Product positioning & market benchmarking
We start by benchmarking your product against competitors, gathering EPD data from similar products to ensure consistency and industry coherence. This step safeguards compliance with ISO and EN 15804 standards while accurately reflecting your product’s environmental performance. By applying precise models and calculations, we provide specifiers with clear, apples-to-apples comparisons, positioning your product confidently in the marketplace.
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Data Collection
We guide you through the process of gathering the information needed to accurately assess your product’s environmental impacts—covering components, energy use, waste streams, and more. For any gaps, we utilize industry-compliant models and datasets like EcoInvent to ensure accuracy and reliability. Our streamlined approach makes the process simpler than you’d expect, and we’re here to make it as smooth and hassle-free as possible.
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EPD Document
& LCA Modelling
This is where we bring your data to life. Using advanced LCA models, we transform your product information into a comprehensive, ready-to-review EPD document. Once you’re fully aligned with the results, we seamlessly move into the third-party verification process to ensure compliance and credibility.
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Third-Party Verification & Publishing
The final step is submitting your EPD for third-party verification. For markets like the UK, North America, and most of Europe, we handle the verification and ensure publication with recognized EPD operators like EPD Hub. In France, we collaborate with a trusted network of verifiers using the EN 15804+A2 standard, guiding you through the process and eventual publishing to the national INIES database.
