Metodología ajustada para el análisis de las etapas del ciclo de vida del alimento balanceado en Cargill utilizando el método ReCiPe centrado en Midpoints

Abstract

Abstract: Feed production faces significant environmental challenges, such as CO2 emissions and water consumption. These impacts are relevant at all stages of the product life cycle, from raw material procurement to processing. Cargill is a company dedicated to this activity, where its manufacturing processes generate significant environmental impacts. This work proposes using the ReCiPe Midpoints method, adapted to Cargill's operations, to analyze each stage of the life cycle. This helped identify critical points of environmental impact, such as water and fuel use. The impact categories established were climate change and resource use. Once the data were known, strategies were developed to improve sustainability, considering replacing fuel with LPG in the boiler, creating agricultural raw material supply policies, implementing an environmental management plan, green dot certification, optimizing water use in boilers, and increasing energy efficiency, all with the aim of meeting the company's goals and reducing its environmental footprint.