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2023 Green Chemistry is the future

The Beauty of Green Chemistry  

IEconn 2023: Green Chemistry Breakthroughs

2023 Green Chemistry Resources

Green Chemistry Innovation

Chemistry Tools for Innovation

2023 GREEN CHEMISTRY

 

GREEN CHEMISTRY IS THE FUTURE:

 

GREEN CHEMISTRY IS A MULTI BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY THAT HAS ALMOST LIMITLESS GROWTH POTENTIAL !!!!!!!!

 

The global green chemistry industry is valued at nearly 111.2 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach between 274.2 billion and one trillion dollars or more by 2030.

 

Just think about the possibility of exponentially increasing the number of green chemists creating new green products and processes. The room for growth is limitless.
 

 

2023 GREEN CHEMISTRY WEBINAR SERIES –BEYOND BENIGN

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0cQQmtvtX6I&list=PLSBylF_lVcBb41q3CvoikUEbW6hmTmaeC

 

 

GREEN CHEMISTRY RESOURCES

 

  1. American Chemical Society (ACS) Green Chemistry Institute (GCI): The ACS GCI is a leading resource for information on green chemistry research and innovation. Their website includes a wealth of information, including:

    • ACS GCI Website

    • A database of green chemistry resources, including research papers, patents, and webinars

    • A directory of green chemistry researchers and companies

    • Information on green chemistry education and career opportunities
       

  2. Green Chemistry & Commerce Council (GC3): The GC3 is a non-profit organization that promotes the adoption of green chemistry principles and technologies. Their website includes information on:

    • GC3 Website

    • The 12 Principles of Green Chemistry

    • Case studies of successful green chemistry innovations

    • A directory of green chemistry companies and organizations
       

  3. US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Green Chemistry Program: The EPA Green Chemistry Program works to promote the development and adoption of green chemistry technologies. Their website includes information on:

  4. Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) Green Chemistry Network: The RSC Green Chemistry Network is a forum for scientists and other professionals interested in green chemistry. Their website includes information on:

  5. Green Chemistry Letters: Green Chemistry Letters is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes research on all aspects of green chemistry. The journal's website includes access to the full archive of articles, as well as news and commentary on green chemistry.

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MORE CHEMISTRY RESOURCES

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  1. The American Chemical Society's (ACS) Green Chemistry Institute (GCI):

  1. The Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference (GC&E):

  1. The Green Chemistry Network (GCN):

  1. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL):

  1. The University of Nottingham's Centre for Sustainable Chemistry (CSC):

 

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GREEN CHEMISTRY TOOLS

 

  1. MIT EHS: Green Chemistry: MIT EHS Green Chemistry
     

  2. MIT EHS: Chemical Inventory: MIT EHS Chemical Inventory
     

  3. Beyond Benign: Green Solvent Guide: Beyond Benign Green Solvent Guide
     

  4. American Chemical Society: Green Chemistry Institute: ACS Green Chemistry Institute
     

  5. American Chemical Society: Solvent Selection Tool: ACS Solvent Selection Tool
     

  6. Millipore Sigma: Greener Alternative Products: Millipore Sigma Greener Alternative Products
     

  7. Millipore Sigma: DOZN™ Quantitative Green Chemistry Evaluator: Millipore Sigma DOZN™ Quantitative Green Chemistry Evaluator

     

GREEN CHEMISTRY TOOLS EXPLAINED

 

MIT EHS: Green Chemistry:

  • MIT Environment, Health & Safety's Green Chemistry initiative promotes sustainable and environmentally friendly chemical practices and processes in research and education.
     

MIT EHS: Chemical Inventory:

  • MIT Environment, Health & Safety's Chemical Inventory system is a tool for managing and tracking chemicals used in research and teaching at MIT.
     

Beyond Benign: Green Solvent Guide:

  • Beyond Benign offers a Green Solvent Guide, which provides information on environmentally friendly solvents for chemical processes, promoting green chemistry practices.
     

American Chemical Society: Green Chemistry Institute:

  • The American Chemical Society's Green Chemistry Institute promotes the principles of green chemistry, emphasizing the design and implementation of environmentally responsible chemical processes.
     

American Chemical Society: Solvent Selection Tool:

  • ACS offers a Solvent Selection Tool that assists in choosing the most suitable and environmentally friendly solvents for chemical processes, aligning with green chemistry principles.
     

Millipore Sigma: Greener Alternative Products:

  • Millipore Sigma provides a range of greener alternative products, including chemicals and reagents that are designed to be more environmentally sustainable and aligned with green chemistry.
     

Millipore Sigma: DOZN™ Quantitative Green Chemistry Evaluator:

  • The DOZN™ tool by Millipore Sigma is a quantitative green chemistry evaluator that assesses the environmental impact of chemical processes, helping in the selection of greener alternatives.

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GREEN CHEMISTRY RESOURCES:

 

  1. Beyond Benign
     

  2. (39) Reinventing the Chemical Industry with Green Chemistry - YouTube
     

  3. Book - Periodic Table of the Elements of Green and Sustainable Chemistry.pdf
     

  4. Home
     

  5. American Chemical Society
     

  6. Top 795+ startups in Green Chemicals - Tracxn
     

  7. Members of the GC3 Startup Network — Green Chemistry & Commerce Council (GC3)
     

  8. start-up network - change|chemistry
     

  9. Best Chemicals Companies and Startups to Work for in 2023 | Wellfound (formerly AngelList Talent)
     

  10. Chem-Match: Corporates Meet Startups 2023 "Green & Digital"
     

  11. Five startups from UW with great ideas to protect the earth
     

  12. 10 Interesting Examples of Green Materials in 2023 and 2024

 

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GREEN CHEMISTRY STARTUPS 2023

 

  1. Top 795+ startups in Green Chemicals - Tracxn
     

  2. seedsprint | 5 green chemistry startups profiled on SeedSprint
     

  3. Top Green Chemistry companies | VentureRadar
     

  4. (8) Watch out Top Innovative Startups of “Green Chemical” Industry | LinkedIn
     

  5. The green chemistry startup disrupting pharmaceuticals | GreenBiz
     

  6. (8) Top Innovative Startups of “Green Chemical” Industry | LinkedIn
     

  7. 5 Top Bio-Based Chemicals Startups Impacting The Materials Sector
     

  8. 20 Soaring Chemical Engineering Startups (2023)
     

  9. Chemistry Startups | Department of Chemistry
     

  10. Seven pioneering molecular glue companies shaping the industry
     

  11. The Most Promising Climate Tech Startups of 2023, According to Top VCs
     

  12. Petronas Futuretech 3.0 picks 10 startups to accelerate growth in sustainable innovations | Digital News Asia
     

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NEW GREEEN CHEMISTRY MATERIALS OPPORTUNITIES
 

  1. Aerogels: lightweight, porous materials made from silica, cellulose, or other natural materials
     

  2. Bio-based composites: materials made from a combination of natural fibers and bio-based resins
     

  3. Bioplastics: plastics made from renewable resources, such as plant starch or sugarcane
     

  4. Carbon nanotubes: lightweight, strong materials made from carbon atoms
     

  5. Cellulosic nanomaterials: nanomaterials made from cellulose, which are strong, lightweight, and biodegradable
     

  6. Chitosan: a biodegradable polymer made from chitin, the main component of shrimp and crab shells
     

  7. Conductive polymers: polymers that can conduct electricity
     

  8. Graphene: a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice
     

  9. Hempcrete: a building material made from hemp fibers and lime
     

  10. Hydrogels: water-absorbing gels that can be used for drug delivery, wound healing, and other applications
     

  11. Ionic liquids: non-volatile, non-flammable liquids that can be used as solvents and catalysts
     

  12. Lignin: a biodegradable polymer found in wood and plant fibers that can be used to make plastics, composites, and other materials
     

  13. Mycelium: the vegetative part of a fungus that can be used to grow materials, such as bricks and packaging
     

  14. Nanocellulose: a material made from cellulose nanofibers that is stronger and lighter than traditional materials
     

  15. Phase change materials: materials that can absorb and release large amounts of heat, which can be used for energy storage and temperature regulation
     

  16. Self-healing materials: materials that can repair themselves when damaged
     

  17. Smart materials: materials that can respond to changes in their environment, such as temperature, pH, or light
     

  18. Sustainable polymers: polymers made from renewable resources or recycled materials
     

  19. Shape memory materials: materials that can return to their original shape after being deformed
     

  20. Thermochromic materials: materials that change color in response to temperature changes
     

  21. Transparent wood: wood that has been treated to make it transparent, which can be used for windows, furniture, and other applications

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NEW GREEN CHEMISTRY FUELS OPPORTUNITIES
 

  1. Advanced biofuels: biofuels made from non-food crops, such as algae or waste materials
     

  2. Ammonia fuel cells: fuel cells that produce electricity from ammonia
     

  3. Direct air capture and carbon utilization (DACCU): a process that captures carbon dioxide from the air and uses it to produce fuels and other products
     

  4. Electrofuels: fuels produced using renewable electricity
     

  5. Formic acid fuel cells: fuel cells that produce electricity from formic acid
     

  6. Hydrogen fuel cells: fuel cells that produce electricity from hydrogen and oxygen
     

  7. Synthetic fuels: fuels made from renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power

 

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NEW PHARMACEUTICALS OPPORTUNITIES
 

  1. Biologics: drugs made from living organisms or their products
     

  2. Gene therapy: a technique that uses genes to treat diseases
     

  3. Nanomedicine: the use of nanotechnology to deliver drugs and other therapies
     

  4. Targeted drug delivery: techniques that deliver drugs to specific cells or tissues, which reduces side effects

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NEW GREEN CHEMISTRY AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS OPPORTUNITIES

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  1. Biopesticides: pesticides made from bacteria, fungi, or other natural organisms
     

  2. Biological control agents: natural enemies of pests that can be used to control them
     

  3. Integrated pest management (IPM): a holistic approach to pest control that uses a combination of methods to reduce pests and minimize the use of pesticides
     

  4. Natural herbicides: herbicides made from natural products, such as plant extracts
     

  5. Natural insecticides: insecticides made from natural products, such as plant extracts


     

NEW GREEN CHEMISTRY INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES OPPORTUNITIES 
 

  1. Biocatalysis: the use of enzymes and other biological catalysts to produce chemicals
     

  2. Green solvents: solvents that are less toxic and more biodegradable than traditional solvents
     

  3. Microwave chemistry: the use of microwaves to speed up chemical reactions
     

  4. Supercritical fluid extraction: a process that uses CO2 to extract chemicals from plants without using harmful solvents
     

  5. Ultrasound-assisted synthesis: a process that uses ultrasound to speed up chemical reactions
     

  6. Atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP): a technique for producing polymers with controlled molecular weights and architectures
     

  7. Electrospinning: a technique for producing nanofibers
     

  8. Flow chemistry: a technique for carrying out chemical reactions in a continuous flow, which can improve efficiency and reduce waste
     

  9. Membrane reactors: reactors that use membranes to separate reactants and products, which can improve yields and reduce waste
     

  10. Photocatalysis: the use of light to accelerate chemical reactions
     

  11. Plasma chemistry: the use of plasma to produce chemicals or modify surfaces
     

  12. Sonochemistry: the use of ultrasound to produce chemicals or modify surfaces

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