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2. Defining Embodied Energy<br />

- Embodied energy = the sum of energy inputs to make a product<br />

- For full cradle-to-grave cycle, energy inputs from:<br />

• Extraction of raw <strong>material</strong>s<br />

• Transportation to factory<br />

• Manufacture of product / components<br />

• Assembly of product / system<br />

• Transportation to site / point of sale<br />

• Installation / construction<br />

• Maintenance<br />

• Replacement<br />

• Disposal / re-purposing / recycling

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