GREEN CHEMISTRY AND SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES
Keywords:
Green chemistry; Sustainable technologies; Green synthesis; Renewable resources; Sustainable chemistry; Green catalysts; Waste reduction; Circular economy; Renewable feedstocks;Abstract
Green chemistry and sustainable technologies have emerged as important approaches for reducing the environmental impacts associated with conventional chemical production and industrial activities. Green chemistry focuses on designing chemical products and processes that minimize or eliminate hazardous substances, waste generation, energy consumption, and resource depletion at the source. Sustainable technologies complement these principles by promoting renewable raw materials, energy-efficient processes, safer solvents, biodegradable materials, green catalysts, biotechnology, and circular production systems. Recent research demonstrates that the integration of green chemistry with advanced technologies can improve resource efficiency while supporting environmental protection and sustainable economic development. Emerging approaches such as biobased chemicals, green synthesis, artificial intelligence, advanced catalysis, renewable feedstocks, and waste valorization are creating new opportunities for cleaner and more efficient chemical processes. In addition, green chemistry contributes to several Sustainable Development Goals by addressing pollution prevention, climate change, responsible consumption and production, clean energy, and efficient resource utilization. However, challenges remain, including high initial costs, technological scalability, availability of renewable feedstocks, technical limitations, and the need for appropriate policy and industrial frameworks. Overall, green chemistry and sustainable technologies provide an important pathway toward reducing environmental pollution, improving industrial efficiency, conserving natural resources, and developing safer products and processes for future generations. Recent literature emphasizes that continued innovation, interdisciplinary research, and responsible implementation are essential for accelerating the transition toward a more sustainable chemical industry.
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