DESIO RefLCA Database (Short: DESIO RefLCA DB)
A literature-based emission factor database for science-driven sustainability.
A literature-based emission factor database for science-driven sustainability.
Developed by DEISO LLC, the DESIO RefLCA Database (DESIO RefLCADB) is a specialized Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) database focused on emission factors sourced exclusively from academic literature and scientific reports.
📚 About the Database
The DESIO RefLCA Database is a literature-driven database carefully developed through the extraction of emission factors from peer-reviewed academic papers and technical/scientific reports. No commercial databases, no online emission factor sources — only trusted, published scientific material.
🔵 Current Status: The database is currently under active heavy development. The initial release supports emission factors for two key sectors:
- Food Sector
- Metals Sector
🛑 Important Note: The DESIO RefLCADB does not aim to provide emission factors for thousands or hundreds of pollutants. It exclusively includes what is available in the reviewed scientific literature — ensuring accuracy and traceability.
🚀 Summary at a Glance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Source Type | Academic papers and technical reports only |
| Sectors Covered (Initial Release) | Food and Metals |
| Data Format | Excel file (.xlsx) |
| AI Chatbot Access | Included with every license |
| License Types | Commercial, Academic, Integration |
| License Models | Yearly / Perpetual (with optional maintenance) |
| Update Policy | Free updates during active year for yearly licenses; optional maintenance fee for perpetual licenses after first year |
Each emission factor entry in the DESIO RefLCA Database includes:
- Numerical value of the emission factor
- Unit of measurement clearly specified
- Functional unit description (e.g., “per 1 kg of plastic”)
- Full literature citation for each emission factor
👉 Every emission factor is directly traceable to its original academic or technical source.
The database is delivered in a structured Excel format for easy integration into Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) and other environmental analyses.
🤖 AI-Powered Access
Every DESIO RefLCA Database license comes with access to a powerful AI chatbot. The chatbot allows users to search for emission factors across the database easily by simply typing their request.
- Query examples: “Emission factor for aluminum production,” “CO₂ emissions for beef production,” etc.
- AI-assisted retrieval saves time and improves accessibility to emission data.
🛡️ Licensing Options
The DESIO RefLCA Database offers flexible licensing tailored for different users:
1. Commercial Use License
- Higher-priced tier.
- For companies, consultancies, and organizations using the database commercially.
2. Academic Use License
- Discounted pricing.
- For universities, students, researchers, and non-commercial academic purposes.
3. License Types Available
- Yearly License:
- Includes all minor and major updates free during the active subscription year.
- Perpetual License (Lifetime Access):
- One-time payment.
- First year updates (minor and major) free.
- From the second year onward, updates are optional and subject to a yearly maintenance fee.
- Maintenance ensures continuous access to latest updates but is not mandatory.
4. Integration License (For Cloud Systems / AI Platforms)
- Special license for API integration, cloud-based access, or SaaS models.
- Pricing available upon request (quotation-based).
📩 Interested in the DESIO RefLCA Database?
If you would like to inquire about the database, its licensing, or pricing:
👉 Please contact us. Our team will respond with detailed information tailored to your needs.
📝 Join the Waiting List
The DESIO RefLCA Database is approaching its first public release! If you would like to be notified once the database becomes available, you can join the waiting list.➡️ Fill out the form with your Name and Email Address to secure your spot. You’ll receive a notification email once the database is officially released.🔗 Join the Waiting List Here (Link Placeholder: You can replace with your actual form URL)
