Glossary

Definition of key terms used across the website

  • Biochar

    A solid residue obtained from the pyrolysis of biomass, with intended use for carbon sequestration.

  • GIS

    Geographic information system (GIS) refers to computerised tools and databases for analysing spatial data. It also refers to a field of research.

  • LCA

    Life cycle assessment (LCA) is a research methodology to analyse the potential environmental impacts arising from a product or system throughout its life cycle.

  • MFA

    Material flow analysis (MFA) is a research methodology to analyse the flows and stocks of materials in a given system. MFA is often extended to include energy flows. It can also be applied to specific substances.