Firdaus Parveen, Nick Watson, Abbie M. Scholes, Anna G. Slater
{"title":"Continuous flow as an enabling technology for sustainable supramolecular chemistry","authors":"Firdaus Parveen, Nick Watson, Abbie M. Scholes, Anna G. Slater","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100935","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100935","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Supramolecular chemistry exploits non-covalent intramolecular interactions to form structures such as host-guest complexes and crystalline porous materials. Supramolecular materials have potential for applications in a future sustainable society, such as energy-efficient separation, pollution remediation, or energy storage, but their production frequently relies on unsustainable methods. Flow chemistry is a technique that offers opportunities for ‘greener’ synthesis and that has recently found use in the supramolecular field. This review highlights recent examples to illustrate how flow chemistry can benefit the supramolecular chemist in terms of sustainability, process control, optimisation, and scale, ultimately providing viable routes to applications.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"48 ","pages":"Article 100935"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2452223624000567/pdfft?md5=e1aa7d4ba5d16c950b6b87933709bd8d&pid=1-s2.0-S2452223624000567-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141030448","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Iliana Papamichael , Irene Voukkali , Florentios Economou , Vincenco Naddeo , Paolo Sospiro , Marco Cirio Liscio , Tiziano Zarra , Antonis A. Zorpas
{"title":"Thriving in circularity: Vitality of business models development in circular (bio)economy","authors":"Iliana Papamichael , Irene Voukkali , Florentios Economou , Vincenco Naddeo , Paolo Sospiro , Marco Cirio Liscio , Tiziano Zarra , Antonis A. Zorpas","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100934","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100934","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>In recent years, the alarming surge in resource consumption has heightened global environmental awareness, prompting a critical examination of consumer behavior and production practices. The realization of the potentially catastrophic implications of these patterns on sustainability has led to a growing recognition of impending ecological challenges and the potential for social and economic collapse. Against this backdrop, the scientific community has witnessed significant advancements in the realms of circular economy and bioeconomy, emphasizing the need for holistic business models to underpin a circular bioeconomy. This short communication aims to emphasize the indispensable role of comprehensive business models within the circular (bio)economy, making a valuable contribution to existing literature. By focusing on the combination and profound impact of these models, the communication seeks to guide businesses towards success by aligning with the core principles of the circular economy. Delving into the essential components of a successful business model within the circular bioeconomy, this work offers insights crucial for policymakers, decision-makers, academia, industry professionals, engineers, and other key stakeholders. Through these insights, the communication strives to foster a deeper understanding and encourage the adoption of strategies that promote sustainability and resource efficiency in the dynamic landscape of the contemporary global economy while at the same time providing limitations and barriers to be expected for such implementations.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"48 ","pages":"Article 100934"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141034190","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Biomass pathways to produce green ammonia and urea","authors":"Mariano Martín, Antonio Sánchez","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100933","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100933","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Renewable ammonia can be the path to decarbonization of food, chemicals, and the transport system. While lately, electrochemical hydrogen and air separation are gaining support, biomass-based ammonia can provide an alternative to contribute to green ammonia deployment with possible synergic with the current ammonia facilities. Different processing paths have been considered, depending on the wet content of the biomass. Wet biomass yield to ammonia is low, but it is more interesting as a waste management procedure. Biomass gasification has attracted most of the attention and results in promising ammonia production prices using technologies already in the toolbox of the process industry. The combination of ammonia and urea production solves one of the most significant challenges in biomass-based ammonia, the released CO<sub>2</sub>. These integrated facilities allow for the full utilization of biomass in the green chemical industry.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100933"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2452223624000543/pdfft?md5=d88d7a95277f4741b11789b147c7ec5f&pid=1-s2.0-S2452223624000543-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141026776","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Natural pigments from food wastes: New approaches for the extraction and encapsulation","authors":"Patricia Cazón , Ana Sanches Silva","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100929","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100929","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>A challenge for the future is the valorization of food waste to obtain a plethora of food additives, chemicals, biodegradable polymers, materials, and energy, with the overarching goal of mitigating the environmental impact of these residues. Many of these wastes are an important source of natural pigments with biofunctional properties. Furthermore, the growing awareness of the potential side effects of synthetic colorants and the demand for healthier foods featuring clean labels have driven to new techniques for extracting these coloring compounds from natural sources. Non-conventional green extraction techniques are gaining momentum due to their higher extraction yields, low environmental impact, and better protection of pigments against degradation compared to conventional extraction methods. On the other hand, encapsulation of biocompounds is presented as the alternative to improve pigment stability. In this concise review, cutting-edge methodologies and innovations used in the extraction and stabilization of natural pigments by encapsulation will be discussed.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100929"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2452223624000506/pdfft?md5=b6c7dbd169e5c2b923d1fee04d25b098&pid=1-s2.0-S2452223624000506-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141024721","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Green hydrogen production by water electrolysis: Current status and challenges","authors":"Bahman Amini Horri , Hasan Ozcan","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100932","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100932","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The scientific and industrial communities worldwide have recently achieved impressive technical advances in developing innovative electrocatalysts and electrolysers for water and seawater splitting. The viability of water electrolysis for commercial applications, however, remains elusive, and the key barriers are durability, cost, performance, materials, manufacturing, and system simplicity, especially with regard to running on practical water sources like seawater. This article, therefore, primarily aims to provide a concise overview of the most recent disruptive water-splitting technologies and materials that could reshape the future of green hydrogen production. Starting from water electrolysis fundamentals, the recent advances in developing durable and efficient electrocatalysts for modern types of electrolysers, such as decoupled electrolysers, seawater electrolysers, and unconventional hybrid electrolysers, have been represented and precisely annotated in this report. Outlining the most recent advances in water and seawater splitting, the article can help as a quick guide in identifying the gap in knowledge for modern water electrolysers while pointing out recent solutions for cost-effective and efficient hydrogen production to meet zero-carbon targets in the short to near term.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100932"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2452223624000531/pdfft?md5=779d9710589f9c04b15158f3b33157a1&pid=1-s2.0-S2452223624000531-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141028186","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Bio-based aromatics for chemicals and materials: Advances in renewable drop-in and functional alternatives","authors":"Sandra Wegelin , Michael A.R. Meier","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100931","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100931","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Benzene, toluene, and xylenes (BTX), as well as their downstream products, are a fundamental part of numerous processes in the chemical industry. However, by now, aromatics are still yielded from fossil resources like naphtha, coal, and natural gas. Thus, to push the chemical industry further toward renewability, the production of bio-based aromatics is an essential step to take. The implementation of bio-based aromatics to replace petrochemical aromatics can proceed in two main ways: as direct replacement <em>via</em> renewable drop-in or as replacement by renewable functional alternatives. However, the implementation of both pathways still requires significant process optimization toward large-scale application in industrial processes. In this work, renewable drop-in is mainly discussed in the context of pyrolysis and Diels–Alder reactions. Furthermore, renewable functional alternatives discussed here focus on furan derivatives and lignin-based building blocks.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100931"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S245222362400052X/pdfft?md5=cec147d9b10bc8bc21d9e4ea1e4eacae&pid=1-s2.0-S245222362400052X-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141061066","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Geopolymerization of non-metallic fractions of electronic waste: A sustainable disposal strategy?","authors":"Aamar Danish , Anthony S. Torres","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100930","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100930","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The discarded electrical equipment has become the leading waste problem worldwide. The safe and sustainable disposal of electronic waste (e-waste) is challenging because it is composed of both hazardous and non-hazardous substances. Concurrently, geopolymers offer multifaceted benefits and have potential applications, particularly in the realm of building materials. Drawing inspiration from these circumstances, this article delves into the possibility of using non-metallic fractions of e-waste—such as plastic (e-plastic) and glass (e-glass)—as aggregates or/and precursors in geopolymer production. The characteristics of these e-waste components, their suitability for incorporation, and the rationale behind their selection form a focal point of this article. The literature suggests that incorporating less than 50% of e-waste fractions to produce geopolymers exhibits adequate compressive strength to fabricate at least medium-grade construction materials. However, more experimental investigations are required in this domain to explore and optimize the utilization of such composites in various applications in the construction industry.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"48 ","pages":"Article 100930"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141061140","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Introduction of machine learning and artificial intelligence in biofuel technology","authors":"Jude A. Okolie","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100928","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100928","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Artificial intelligence (AI) including machine learning (ML) has played a leading role in advancing biofuel technology with applications ranging from product yield prediction, optimization of process conditions, and preliminary evaluation of economic and environmental impacts of biomass to biofuel technologies. This review presents an overview of recent study within the past two years that evaluates the applications of ML in advancing biofuels technology. These studies are grouped into three distinct categories: Screening and discovery of new materials; optimization of process; decision-making. Furthermore, the applications of ML/AI in preliminary economic and environmental assessment of biomass to biofuel technologies are discussed.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100928"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140926982","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Advanced nanomaterials design and synthesis for accelerating sustainable biofuels production – A review","authors":"Farooq Sher , Imane Ziani , Mariam Hameed , Salman Ali , Jasmina Sulejmanović","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100925","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100925","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The utilization of nanomaterials in biofuel production has garnered considerable attention owing to their distinctive characteristics, including a high surface-area-to-volume ratio, strong dispersibility, and enhanced reactivity. This review delves into the transformative role played by nanomaterials, specifically graphene-based catalysts, metal–organic frameworks, biomass waste materials, and carbon nanotubes, in augmenting various facets of biofuel production. Noteworthy examples include the application of metal-modified graphene oxide composite catalysts, incorporating aluminium and ferric, revealing a significant 25% reduction in free fatty acid content and a remarkable 15% increase in methyl hexadecanoic yield. Furthermore, the eco-friendly synthesis of TiO<sub>2</sub> nanoparticles showcased consistently high biodiesel yields, reaching 95% over 10 cycles, underscoring its economic advantages and stability. However, it is essential to acknowledge the potential drawbacks associated with nanomaterial utilization in biofuel production. Environmental concerns, such as nanoparticle release during production processes and their impact on ecosystems as well as safety issues related to exposure to nanoparticles, require careful consideration. This comprehensive overview encompasses recent studies on green synthesis, hydrothermal-assisted carbonization, gold nanoparticles in biomass hydrolysis, and the impact of nano-fuel technology on engine characteristics. Innovations in catalysts and processes, such as sulfonic acid functionalized metal–organic frameworks and magnetic MOF-derived materials, are scrutinized for their sustainability. The review culminates with a thorough analysis of the environmental and economic impacts, accentuating both the potential benefits and challenges entailed in the seamless integration of nanotechnology into biofuel production.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100925"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140787993","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Leveraging the potential of fourth industrial revolution technologies to reduce and valorize waste and by-products in the dairy sector","authors":"Abdo Hassoun , Inès Tarchi , Abderrahmane Aït-Kaddour","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100927","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100927","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Recent years have seen a growing convergence between digital, physical, and biological disciplines, heralding a major shift in agriculture and the food industry, led by advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, big data, smart sensors, robotics, three-dimensional printing, and blockchain, among others. These technological innovations constitute the core of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (called Industry 4.0) that is currently reshaping many agri-food sectors, including the dairy industry. Growing evidence shows that harnessing the power of Industry 4.0 technologies in the dairy sector could have several benefits, such as improved quality, traceability, and productivity, decreased production cost and time, and most importantly, from a sustainability point of view, reduced waste and by-products. This short review will focus on the potential of leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies in the reduction and valorization of waste and by-products in the dairy sector.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100927"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140766624","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}