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<p>Although Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a globally recognized method for assessing the environmental impact of products and services, its application is considerably limited by the complexity of international supply chains, the spatial distribution of manufacturing, and the scarcity of local data. This research presents a systematic literature review (SLR) of LCA studies conducted in Mexico over the last 20 years, aiming to highlight existing gaps, challenges, and potential future directions. SciFinder, Scopus, and Web of Science (WoS) were used as search platforms. A total of 95 LCA studies were identified, primarily focused on the manufacturing and agricultural sectors, each representing 28.4% of the total. The utility sector was also a key area (23.2%), with 15 publications focusing on power generation. Notably, only 53% of these studies focused on alternative sources like solar photovoltaic and biomass, with high environmental impacts linked to the production stage of solar panels and the processing of biomass. Other sectors included waste management (8.4%), and construction (4.2%), while mining, professional services, and healthcare were less represented. Geographically, studies were heavily concentrated in states like Veracruz, Mexico City, and Michoacán, revealing a significant nationwide unequal distribution. Given the crucial role of these sectors in Mexico’s gross domestic product (GDP), a more proactive and strategic approach to LCA research is essential. Such efforts from all stakeholders are vital for identifying environmental impacts of national products, processes, and services and encouraging decision-makers to adopt effective mitigation strategies.</p>

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Life cycle assessment (LCA) in Mexico: a systematic literature review and opportunities for future studies

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    2026年6月23日

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  • Alejandro Garza-Santibañez,
  • Pablo González-Morones,
  • Pamela C. Flores-Silva,
  • Israel Sifuentes-Nieves,
  • Ernesto Hernández‐Hernández

摘要

Although Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a globally recognized method for assessing the environmental impact of products and services, its application is considerably limited by the complexity of international supply chains, the spatial distribution of manufacturing, and the scarcity of local data. This research presents a systematic literature review (SLR) of LCA studies conducted in Mexico over the last 20 years, aiming to highlight existing gaps, challenges, and potential future directions. SciFinder, Scopus, and Web of Science (WoS) were used as search platforms. A total of 95 LCA studies were identified, primarily focused on the manufacturing and agricultural sectors, each representing 28.4% of the total. The utility sector was also a key area (23.2%), with 15 publications focusing on power generation. Notably, only 53% of these studies focused on alternative sources like solar photovoltaic and biomass, with high environmental impacts linked to the production stage of solar panels and the processing of biomass. Other sectors included waste management (8.4%), and construction (4.2%), while mining, professional services, and healthcare were less represented. Geographically, studies were heavily concentrated in states like Veracruz, Mexico City, and Michoacán, revealing a significant nationwide unequal distribution. Given the crucial role of these sectors in Mexico’s gross domestic product (GDP), a more proactive and strategic approach to LCA research is essential. Such efforts from all stakeholders are vital for identifying environmental impacts of national products, processes, and services and encouraging decision-makers to adopt effective mitigation strategies.