Sustainable food production is no longer a choice, it’s a necessity. At Van der Hoeven, we design greenhouses for long-term efficiency, low environmental impact, and maximum yield, meeting the demands of a growing global population.
We evaluate the environmental footprint of a greenhouse from start to finish—from raw material extraction to end-of-life disposal. Unlike traditional assessments, our LCA includes detailed construction data, offering a comprehensive view of sustainability across every stage. This enables us and our partners to make informed, responsible decisions based on the real impact of all inputs and outputs within the greenhouse system.
Key Sustainability Factors in LCA
LCA is a comprehensive environmental assessment is based on the Fresh Produce Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (FreshProducePEFCR), a standardized European framework that ensures credible, comparable assessments of environmental impact across the horticultural sector.
With our LCA we measuring sustainability across multiple impact factors, including:
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Climate Change Impact – Evaluating greenhouse gas emissions over time.
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Resource Use – Measuring consumption of fossil fuels, minerals, and metals.
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Water & Energy Efficiency – Identifying strategies to reduce waste.
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Air & Soil Quality – Assessing acidification, particulate matter, and land use.
By pinpointing the most impactful factors, LCA helps optimize our greenhouses, ensuring sustainable growth and long-term viability.
