Green Chemistry

I like that green chemistry seeks to target the problem at the source or at the beginning. While there is still definitely a need for clean-up in the environment, green chemistry focuses on making sure that there isn't a need for clean-up in the first place. I found the 12 principles of green chemistry very interesting and relevant. They all connect back to the goal of green chemistry, which is to reduce the travel of chemical waste in the environment as much as possible. Many of these principles involve developing and using safer alternatives to minimize waste. I particularly like that one of their principles is to design chemicals and products that degrade after use. Many of the chemicals in the environment now can remain for long periods of time. Developing degrading chemical waste would prove to be a significant discovery.

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  1. UnknownNovember 5, 2018 at 6:07 PM

    I think many organizations are starting to make changes to their processes to get in line with many of the principles stated by green chemistry--which is so helpful. Why not address the problem now to reduce some of the risk for the future. I think when we start working in this way we can create better opportunities for our communities.

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  2. UnknownNovember 19, 2018 at 6:25 PM

    I loved learning about this! I thought it was really important for our environment for us to begin applying more of the 12 principles. I think this reduces waste, as one goal, which is great for our environment.

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