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NMIS-DIRF-05836 - Environmental Assessment for improving metal development and application techniques

Project: Non-funded project

Project Details

Description

The project involved conducting a light-touch Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to compare the novel alloy developed by Rawwater Ltd against the use of cement for sealing offshore oil wells. The NMIS team facilitated customer engagement, identified funding opportunities, and managed project delivery.

To assess the environmental impact of a novel product developed as an alternative to established industry solutions.

As project lead, I was responsible for all aspects of project execution, including conducting multiple light-touch Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs), comparing several alloys to cement, and supporting the funding application.

Key findings

The project delivered key insights into the environmental impact of Rawwater Ltd’s product, enhancing their value proposition against established industry solutions. This work contributed to the company’s market growth, sector modernization, and SME expansion.

Notes

The project was funded from an RTO Growth Support Account (DIRF), costed at £9,705.
StatusFinished
Effective start/end date1/12/2128/02/22

UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This project contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  1. SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
    SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  2. SDG 13 - Climate Action
    SDG 13 Climate Action

Keywords

  • Life Cycle Analysis
  • materials
  • SME

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