Green Chemistry Approaches to Environmental Sustainability
Status, Challenges and Prospective
- 1st Edition - September 19, 2023
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Editors: Vinod Kumar Garg, Anoop Yadav, Chandra Mohan, Sushma Yadav, Neeraj Kumari
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 8 9 5 9 - 3
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 8 9 6 0 - 9
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Request a sales quoteGreen Chemistry Approaches to Environmental Sustainability: Status, Challenges and Prospective provides a comprehensive and complete overview of the emerging discipline of green chemistry and fundamental chemical principles. The book bridges the gap between research and industry by offering a systematic overview of current available sustainable materials and related information on new materials' suitability and potential for given projects. Along the way, the book examines natural and biodegradable materials while also presenting materials with multifunctional properties. Topics addressed in this book will be major accomplishments for sustainable developments in biofuels, renewable energies, and in the remediation of pollutants in water, air and soil.
- Encompasses all aspects of green chemistry through an interdisciplinary approach
- Addresses major accomplishments for sustainable development
- Presents green chemistry as a philosophical approach whereby its core principle can attribute towards sustainable developments
Professionals (Researchers and Scientists) working in the area of Environmental Pollution management, Green Chemistry and related technologies, Undergraduate, Postgraduate students and academicians from the field of Environmental Sciences, Engineering and Chemistry
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- List of contributors
- Chapter 1. Introduction to environmental and green chemistry
- Abstract
- 1.1 Introduction to environmental chemistry
- 1.2 Environmental chemistry
- 1.3 Introduction to green chemistry
- 1.4 History and origin of green chemistry
- 1.5 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 2. Environmental pollution
- Abstract
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Types of pollution and its causes
- 2.3 Switching to sustainable energy “a requirement for the safer environment”
- 2.4 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 3. Toxicity of polyaromatic hydrocarbons and their biodegradation in the environment
- Abstract
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in the environment
- 3.3 Toxicity of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
- 3.4 Bioremediation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
- Acknowledgement
- References
- Further reading
- Chapter 4. Application of green chemistry for environmental remediation
- Abstract
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 History
- 4.3 Concept of green chemistry
- 4.4 Ionic liquids
- 4.5 Water as a solvent for organic reactions
- 4.6 The benefits of green chemistry
- 4.7 Twelve principles of green chemistry
- 4.8 Green and sustainable chemistry is gaining ground
- 4.9 Opportunities for green and sustainable chemistry
- 4.10 Most efficient method for addressing a variety of environmental problems
- 4.11 Water treatments
- 4.12 Advantages of green chemistry
- 4.13 Green chemistry in day-to-day life
- 4.14 Green solution to turn turbid water clear
- 4.15 The three primary environmental restoration and cleanup methods
- 4.16 Soil remediation
- 4.17 Groundwater and surface water remediation
- 4.18 Remediation of sediments
- 4.19 Environmental remediation
- 4.20 Conclusions
- Acknowledgements
- Notes
- Authors contribution
- References
- Chapter 5. Approaches and challenges with respect to green chemistry in industries
- Abstract
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Green chemistry’s impact
- 5.3 History of green chemistry
- 5.4 Challenges for chemists
- 5.5 Application of green chemistry in industry
- 5.6 Greener pharmaceutical industries
- 5.7 Greener solvents
- 5.8 Bio-based modifications and resources
- 5.9 Green synthesis
- 5.10 Alternative renewable energy science
- 5.11 Challenges in research
- 5.12 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 6. Full blown green metrics
- Abstract
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Greening of industrial synthesis: a compelling necessity
- 6.3 Overview on green analytical chemistry
- 6.4 Sustainability metrics
- 6.5 Conclusions and future perspectives
- Abbreviations
- References
- Chapter 7. Green anthrosphere through industrial ecology
- Abstract
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Infrastructure and sociosphere of anthrosphere
- 7.3 Impact of IE on the environment
- 7.4 Green chemistry and IE
- 7.5 Industrial ecosystems design to reduce the environmental impact
- 7.6 Policies and paradigm for the GE
- 7.7 Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 8. Plant-derived compounds and their green synthesis in pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals
- Abstract
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Plant-derived nanoparticles in pharmaceuticals
- 8.3 Antibacterial activity
- 8.4 Anti-inflammatory activity
- 8.5 Anticancer role
- 8.6 Antiviral role against COVID-19
- 8.7 Plant-derived nanostructures in nutraceuticals formulation
- 8.8 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 9. Radioactive waste minimization and management
- Abstract
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Sources of nuclear wastes
- 9.3 Disposal guidelines
- 9.4 Disposal methods
- 9.5 Fracturing of rocks
- 9.6 Protection and radiation control
- 9.7 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 10. Renewable and sustainable energy from CO2 following the green process
- Abstract
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Sustainable and renewable energy from CO2 derived renewable biomass
- 10.3 Catalysts for sustainable conversion of CO2 to energy
- 10.4 Reaction mechanics and kinetics
- 10.5 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 11. Use of renewable feedstocks for chemical synthesis
- Abstract
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 Green chemistry
- 11.3 Renewable feedstocks and renewable energy
- 11.4 Requirements of renewable and sustainable feedstocks
- 11.5 Renewable feedstock as catalytic system
- 11.6 Different renewable resources used in organic synthetic chemistry
- 11.7 Advantages of renewability factors in organic synthesis
- 11.8 Future challenges and outlooks
- 11.9 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 12. A green approach: living nanofactories
- Abstract
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 Biological nanofactories
- 12.3 Applications of biologically synthesized nanoparticles
- 12.4 Factors affecting nanoparticle synthesis
- 12.5 Future prospects
- 12.6 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 13. Green energy and green fuels technologies
- Abstract
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 Green fuels
- 13.3 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 14. Green approaches for the valorization of olive mill wastewater
- Abstract
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 OMWW: production and characteristics
- 14.3 Green approaches for OMWW treatment
- 14.4 Biovalorization of OMWW into biofuel
- 14.5 Concluding remarks and future prospects
- References
- Chapter 15. Depolymerization of waste plastics and chemicals
- Abstract
- 15.1 Introduction
- 15.2 Plastic and their classifications
- 15.3 History of plastics
- 15.4 Harmful effects of plastic waste
- 15.5 Complexity associated with plastic waste
- 15.6 Management strategies to control plastic waste pollution
- 15.7 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 16. Sustainable Development Goals for addressing environmental challenges
- Abstract
- 16.1 Introduction
- 16.2 Sustainable management of clean water and sanitation
- 16.3 Ensuring access to sustainable energy
- 16.4 Bioremediation and phytoremediation
- 16.5 Application of biotechnology in achieving Sustainable Development Goals and mitigating environmental challenges
- 16.6 Case studies
- 16.7 Conclusion
- References
- Index
- Edition: 1
- Published: September 19, 2023
- No. of pages (Paperback): 402
- No. of pages (eBook): 380
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780443189593
- eBook ISBN: 9780443189609
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Vinod Kumar Garg
Prof. Garg is presently working at the Department of Environmental Science and Technology, Central University of Punjab, Punjab, India. He is a well-rounded researcher with more than 30 years of experience in leading, supervising, and undertaking research in the broad field of solid and hazardous Waste Management. His research group are working on Water and Wastewater pollution monitoring and abatement. He has published more than 200 research and review articles, 22 proceedings, and 6 editorials in peer-reviewed journal of International and National journals of repute with more than citations 12000 In addition, he has published 2 book and 12 book chapters and completed 10 sponsored research project as PI funded by various agencies and departments. He was awarded “Thomson Reuters Research Excellence – India Citation Awards 2012”. He is an active member of various scientific societies and organizations including, the Biotech Research Society of India, the Indian Nuclear Society etc.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, Department of Environmental Science and Technology, Central University of Punjab, IndiaAY
Anoop Yadav
Dr. Anoop Yadav is currently employed as Assistant Professor at Department of Environmental Science, Central University of Haryana, India. He has done a PhD from the Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology, Hisar (Haryana), India. He has more than 10 years of teaching and research experience. His current research focuses on recovery of nutrients from solid wastes of industries using vermicomposting technology and environmental pollution management. He has published more than 25 research papers in national and international journals, 07 chapters in the books published by reputed publishers. He serves as a member of editorial boards of various peer reviewed journals. He is also a life member of the Biotech research society of India and The Indian Science Congress Association, (India).
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Science, Central University of Haryana, IndiaCM
Chandra Mohan
Dr. Chandra Mohan, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, K R Mangalam University, Gurugram is a Senior Faculty with over 9 years of teaching and research experience, having expertise in Inorganic Chemistry. Dr. Chandra Mohan has obtained Doctorate (Chemistry) in the field of Chemical Sensors from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi, India and also received a National Fellowship from University Grant Commission, Delhi. He received M.Phil in Chemistry from University of Delhi and Masters from Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University Ajmer. His research work focused on heterocycle based transition metal complexes for biological and sensor applications, and clay based solid acid catalysis. He has published more than 25 research papers in Peer reviewed journals, 3 book chapters and 1 patent.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor of Chemistry, K R Mangalam University, Gurugram, IndiaSY
Sushma Yadav
Dr Sushma is currently working as Assistant Professor in Industrial Waste Management under department of Vocational Studies and Skill Development in Central University of Haryana. She has completed her M.Sc and M.Tech degree in Environmental Science and Engineering from Guru Jambheshwar University of Hisar, Haryana and PhD in Environmental Engineering from IIT Delhi. She has 5 years of teaching and research experience. Her field of research is advanced oxidation processes for wastewater treatment. She has published 7 research articles and 3 book chapters with high impact factor reputed journals. She got the best paper award in international conference (Chemcon-2016) and has a life membership of IIChE.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Central University of Haryana, IndiaNK
Neeraj Kumari
Dr. Neeraj Kumari is currently employed as Assistant Professor in Department of Chemistry, School of Basic and Applied Science, K R Mangalam University, Gurugram India. She did her PhD from University of Delhi, Delhi (India). She has 2.5 years of experience in teaching and research. Currently, her research area is removal of waste like organic dyes from wastewater using natural materials and application of magnetic nanomaterials. She has published 6 research papers and book chapters in national and international journals and books. She was awarded the best paper presentation in national conference. She is also a life member of the Indian Science Congress.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, K R Mangalam University, IndiaRead Green Chemistry Approaches to Environmental Sustainability on ScienceDirect