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Chapter 1 Introduction to green chemistry and sustainable materials

  • Chandra Mohan , Neeraj Kumari , Asha Anish Madhavan and Mark Anthony Benvenuto
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Green Materials for an Eco-Friendly Environment
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Abstract

Green chemistry is a rapidly developing field of study that incorporates sustainability into chemical reactions with the goal of reducing environmental effect while increasing safety and efficiency. This chapter gives a thorough introduction to green chemistry, emphasizing its fundamental ideas, which include using renewable feedstocks, atom economy, and waste prevention. The evolution of green chemistry over time, including significant turning points like the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 and the formulation of the 12 principles by Dr. Paul Anastas and John Warner, highlights how it has revolutionized sectors like consumer goods, energy, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals. The properties, life cycle impact, and applications of sustainable materials – a crucial part of green chemistry – are examined. Renewable resources, recyclability, energy efficiency, biodegradability, and practical examples such as recycled metals, biodegradable plastics, and green composites are all discussed. Innovations like biopolymer-based packaging, eco-friendly solvents, and circular economy models are the result of developments in green chemistry and sustainable materials. Green chemistry has a bright future thanks to advancements in biotechnology, nanotechnology, and policy-driven sustainability initiatives, despite obstacles like scalability and cost competitiveness. In order to reduce pollution, save resources, and promote a future in which scientific advancements are in line with environmental responsibility, this chapter highlights the role that green chemistry plays as a catalyst for sustainable development.

Abstract

Green chemistry is a rapidly developing field of study that incorporates sustainability into chemical reactions with the goal of reducing environmental effect while increasing safety and efficiency. This chapter gives a thorough introduction to green chemistry, emphasizing its fundamental ideas, which include using renewable feedstocks, atom economy, and waste prevention. The evolution of green chemistry over time, including significant turning points like the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 and the formulation of the 12 principles by Dr. Paul Anastas and John Warner, highlights how it has revolutionized sectors like consumer goods, energy, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals. The properties, life cycle impact, and applications of sustainable materials – a crucial part of green chemistry – are examined. Renewable resources, recyclability, energy efficiency, biodegradability, and practical examples such as recycled metals, biodegradable plastics, and green composites are all discussed. Innovations like biopolymer-based packaging, eco-friendly solvents, and circular economy models are the result of developments in green chemistry and sustainable materials. Green chemistry has a bright future thanks to advancements in biotechnology, nanotechnology, and policy-driven sustainability initiatives, despite obstacles like scalability and cost competitiveness. In order to reduce pollution, save resources, and promote a future in which scientific advancements are in line with environmental responsibility, this chapter highlights the role that green chemistry plays as a catalyst for sustainable development.

Chapters in this book

  1. Frontmatter I
  2. About the series V
  3. Contents VII
  4. List of contributing authors IX
  5. Chapter 1 Introduction to green chemistry and sustainable materials 1
  6. Chapter 2 Methods for synthesizing green materials 21
  7. Chapter 3 The role of solvents and catalysts in green chemistry 55
  8. Chapter 4 Overview of biopolymers for sustainable environment 97
  9. Chapter 5 Integrated technologies for environmental remediation by using green materials 117
  10. Chapter 6 Plastic waste management: a sustainable practice for green future 145
  11. Chapter 7 Data-driven approaches for aligning nanopackaging innovations with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 167
  12. Chapter 8 Value-added materials: Solar energy applications 203
  13. Chapter 9 Case studies demonstrating sustainable development for green chemistry approaches 219
  14. Chapter 10 Latest technologies and future perspectives in green materials 257
  15. Chapter 11 Greener approach for next generation materials: Biofuel, biorefinery 283
  16. Chapter 12 Utilization of fly ash for a sustainable environment: Innovations in waste management, construction, and renewable energy applications 299
  17. Chapter 13 Environmental risk assessment of green material: A circular economy approach 321
  18. Chapter 14 A framework for analyzing growth, competition, and environmental impacts: A forest population dynamics through modelling 345
  19. Index
  20. De Gruyter Series in Green Chemical Processing
https://doi.org/10.1515/9783111618906-001

Chapters in this book

  1. Frontmatter I
  2. About the series V
  3. Contents VII
  4. List of contributing authors IX
  5. Chapter 1 Introduction to green chemistry and sustainable materials 1
  6. Chapter 2 Methods for synthesizing green materials 21
  7. Chapter 3 The role of solvents and catalysts in green chemistry 55
  8. Chapter 4 Overview of biopolymers for sustainable environment 97
  9. Chapter 5 Integrated technologies for environmental remediation by using green materials 117
  10. Chapter 6 Plastic waste management: a sustainable practice for green future 145
  11. Chapter 7 Data-driven approaches for aligning nanopackaging innovations with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 167
  12. Chapter 8 Value-added materials: Solar energy applications 203
  13. Chapter 9 Case studies demonstrating sustainable development for green chemistry approaches 219
  14. Chapter 10 Latest technologies and future perspectives in green materials 257
  15. Chapter 11 Greener approach for next generation materials: Biofuel, biorefinery 283
  16. Chapter 12 Utilization of fly ash for a sustainable environment: Innovations in waste management, construction, and renewable energy applications 299
  17. Chapter 13 Environmental risk assessment of green material: A circular economy approach 321
  18. Chapter 14 A framework for analyzing growth, competition, and environmental impacts: A forest population dynamics through modelling 345
  19. Index
  20. De Gruyter Series in Green Chemical Processing
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