Advancements and Applications of Life Cycle Assessment in Slope Treatment: A Comprehensive Review

Yongsheng Yao, Peiyi Xu, Jue Li (), Hengwu Hu and Qun Qi
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Yongsheng Yao: College of Traffic & Transportation, Chongqing Jiaotong University, Chongqing 400074, China
Peiyi Xu: College of Traffic & Transportation, Chongqing Jiaotong University, Chongqing 400074, China
Jue Li: College of Traffic & Transportation, Chongqing Jiaotong University, Chongqing 400074, China
Hengwu Hu: School of Traffic and Transportation Engineering, Changsha University of Science & Technology, Changsha 410114, China
Qun Qi: School of Civil Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410075, China

Sustainability, 2024, vol. 16, issue 1, 1-28

Abstract: Life cycle assessment (LCA) plays an increasingly important role in environmental management, particularly in promoting energy and carbon-conscious practices across various disciplines. This review provides an overview of the latest innovations and potential benefits of integrating LCA into ecological slope treatment strategies. This study explores new developments in LCA methodology and its application to slope treatment, aiming to improve the integration of infrastructure development and environmental stewardship. Through an extensive review of over 120 peer-reviewed journal articles and a critical analysis of the intersection of LCA with slope treatment, this paper identifies innovative techniques that have the potential to significantly reduce the environmental impact of slope management. The review emphasizes advanced LCA practices that quantify and mitigate carbon emissions throughout the life cycle stages of slope treatments. Key findings demonstrate that LCA enhances the methodological rigor in assessing ecosystem services and impacts, and reveals new strategies that emphasize the importance of ecological considerations in infrastructure projects. Future research directions focus on refining LCA data acquisition and promoting a standardized knowledge base to support precision in ecological impact assessments. In conclusion, the adoption of LCA in slope treatment is imperative for aligning industry practices with global sustainability targets, emphasizing the importance of integrating uncertainty analysis and long-term impact assessments to bolster the credibility of LCA outcomes.

Keywords: life cycle assessment (LCA); ecological slope treatment; carbon emission; environmental management; sustainable development (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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