APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 66

Replacing a raw material in a manufacturing process with an alternate material that reduces emissions is an example of using:

Answer options

• A. the global reporting initiative (GRI).
• B. recycling.
• C. rework.
• D. life cycle assessment (LCA).

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as life cycle assessment (LCA) evaluates the environmental impacts of a product from creation to disposal, including the benefits of using alternative materials. Options A, B, and C are not directly related to the process of analyzing and substituting materials for lower emissions.