Introduction to Sustainable Chemistry
Objectives
At the end of this course the student will have acquired knowledge, skills and competences related to the concept of Sustainable Chemistry and application of the concenpt of sustainability of products and processes for the Chemical Industry.
General characterization
Code
11349
Credits
2.0
Responsible teacher
Ana Isabel Nobre Martins Aguiar de Oliveira Ricardo
Hours
Weekly - 1
Total - 36
Teaching language
Inglês
Prerequisites
Available soon
Bibliography
P.T.Anastas & J.C. Warner. Green chemistry: Theory and Practice. Oxford University Press, NY 1998
Concepción Jimenez-Gonzalez & D.J.C. Constable. Green chemistry and Engineering, A Practical Design Approach. Wiley 2011
Teaching method
The teaching of the course is held in theoretical classes. In these lectures the concepts referred to in the program will be presented and developed. Students will conduct short presentations on specific topics provided by the teachers based on on-line searches starting from websites dedicated to sustainable chemistry. Students will also be given access to notes prepared by the teacher.
The evaluation of the course will be conducted through an individual written work to be performed under the tutorial guidance on a current topic of sustainable chemistry
Evaluation method
The evaluation of the course will be conducted through an individual written work to be performed under the tutorial guidance on a current topic of sustainable chemistry
Subject matter
This course introduces students to the concept of sustainable chemistry and its applicability in the context of design, manufacture and use of chemicals, as well as its growing importance and likely impacts in the near future.
Principles of Green Chemistry and Sustainable Engineering. Chemistry and Sustainable Development. Scales of Sustainability in Chemical Processes. Life Cycle Analysis. The tools of green chemistry. Homogeneous, heterogeneous and enzymatic catalysis. Waste Reduction. Process intensification. Alternative Solvents.
Biotechnology and Bio-refineries. Need for a new philosophy before the chemical reactions and processes.
Minimization of environmental, food and industrial risks. Design process of renovation and reuse of materials.