In this paper, the LCA of two gypsum ceiling tiles is compared, the first one is a traditional gypsum tile
and the second is a new eco ceiling tile in which polyurethane foam waste has been incorporated.
Both tiles were made at one of the largest gypsum tile factories in Europe. The life cycle assessment
has been considered from cradle to grave for which the corresponding production stages have been
defined. This includes the extraction and transportation of raw materials, the manufacturing process,
transportation to the client, the use of the product and the end of its useful life. The results show that
the tile with polyurethane has a better environmental performance than the standard commercial ceiling
tile. This is quantified as a 14% reduction in energy consumption, a 14% reduction in CO2 emissions and a
25% reduction in water consumption compared with the standard tile, all the while maintaining the technical performance. An analysis of the results suggests that the new eco product has a competitive advantage on the market thanks to its environmental improvements and good technical performance.
