This Technical Report applies to all water and sewerage applications of ductile iron pipe systems and provides a structure on how to identify and consider environmental aspects and potential environmental impacts of ductile iron pipe systems throughout their life cycle. This Technical Report gives guidance on how the life cycle of ductile iron pipelines should be considered in accordance with EN ISO 14044. This Technical Report also includes health and safety aspects related to the production, use and recycling of ductile iron pipe systems.