Cotton fiber, organic

11.2

Description

The data set covers in a representative way all relevant process steps / technologies over the supply chain of organic cotton with a good overall data quality. The results of this study can be applied as a reference value for organic cotton production worldwide and shall be used with confidence in any further LCA studies e.g. along the value chain of the apparel industry. It should, however be noted that there is the need for consideration of modelling approaches that can affect the outcomes significantly, illustrated by different scenarios provided in the full LCA report. Absolute numbers should therefore always be interpreted with care and not be used as stand-alone indicators for simplified statements or unfounded decision making. It is strongly recommended to consider the full LCA Report (see LCA methodology report/ data handeling report) when using this dataset.

Impacts

Impact area MSI Score
Global Warming 1.2
Eutrophication 3.0
Water Scarcity 6.3
Abiotic Resource Depletion, Fossil Fuels 0.6
Chemistry
Scored per material rather than production stage. Click on "Return to Material", and learn about Chemistry scoring under "Chemistry Certifications".

Modeling Notes

Data submitted by thinkstep. Includes 10% loss of raw material to account for yield losses. Also includes 1000km inbound shipping distance to account for shipment of raw materials.

Meta information

  • Primary Source: GaBi 2014 Database, Service Pack 28, thinkstep AG, Leinfelden-Echterdingen
  • Last Publication or Review date: 2014
  • Geography: Global/generic
  • Data Generator: thinkstep

Data quality

Data Quality Value Description
Precision Fair 20% to 30% 3
Time Representativeness Excellent Data are not older than 4 years with respect to the release date or latest review date 1
Geographical Representativeness Good The processes included in the dataset are well representative for the geography stated in the title and metadata 2
Technological Representativeness Good The technologies modeled are included in the mix of technologies covered by the dataset 2
Average 2