Data for: Comparative Life Cycle Assessment and Cost Analysis of Beechwood Degreasing Methods

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Abstract:

In recent years, research has increasingly focused on developing eco-friendly processes in various industries to reduce CO2 emissions. Plasma treatment has emerged as a promising technique for surface modification, particularly for thermosensitive materials like wood. It alters surface functional groups, enhances coating adhesion, and effectively cleans surfaces before coating. This study aimed to compare the cost and environmental impact of varnished beechwood (Fagus sylvatica, L.) boards degreased using either turpentine, petroleum-based solvent, or diffused coplanar surface barrier discharge plasma. A life cycle assessment (LCA) combined with life cycle costing (LCC) analysis was conducted using SimaPro software and the Ecoinvent database. Both midpoint and endpoint impact categories were analysed from a Hierarchical perspective, and the European Environmental Prices method was employed for LCC. The results revealed that plasma-treated wood exhibited a lower environmental impact in all categories compared to turpentine-treated wood for both midpoint and endpoint levels. When compared to petroleum-based solvents, plasma-treated wood had a lower impact on resources and human health categories. Additionally, the plasma degreasing method was 98.789 % more cost-effective than using turpentine and 98.496 % more economical than petroleum-based solvents degreasing. These findings highlight plasma treatment's potential as an environmentally friendly and cost-effective alternative.

The manuscript was submitted on 15.01.2025 to the journal Wood Material Science and Engineering