Green Chemistry is a necessary alternative when addressing the harmful effects of the 80,000 chemicals found in our environment. I believe that it's particularly necessary when developing a substitution principle, considering that many chemicals are now replaced with equally harmful chemicals.
Have you heard of or seen any examples of green chemistry in your work or in daily life?
One of the biggest examples of green chemistry that we utilize at work is composting. This act falls under the 10th principle of green chemistry, "Design chemicals and products to degrade after use". Although we are not designing chemicals, we do compost products in order to promote degradation of products such as paper towels, compostable containers, etc.What are your thoughts on the 12 principles of green chemistry?
I appreciate that the 12 principles demonstrate the breadth of green chemistry. Green chemistry doesn't only fall within one realm of chemistry, but many other sectors of the field. These principles are a great way to keep everyone on the same page when practicing green chemistry, promoting the practice across the field vs. working in silos.
Green chemistry is a particular topic that I found very interesting. I did not know that the concept of green chemistry existed before this exercise. I would hope that these principles are implemented in our field and I agree that it is a great way to keep others focused on the goal at hand. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHi Nalleli,
ReplyDeleteI agree with both you and Snay that green chemistry is an interesting topic, and prior to this course I didn't know it existed. I agree with you the principles are novel and the application of these principles would protect the environment, hopefully companies can adapt these principles into their operations.