Lahoucine Bahsis
Green Chemistry and Sustainable Catalysis: Theoretical Foundations and Technological Innovations provides a comprehensive exploration of modern strategies aimed at making chemical processes more efficient, sustainable, and environmentally responsible. As the chemical sciences increasingly embrace the principles of sustainable development, this book presents the theoretical foundations and practical applications of green chemistry and sustainable catalysis, highlighting their crucial role in the transformation of contemporary chemical research and industry. The book examines innovative activation technologies and catalytic approaches that enable faster reactions, improved yields, reduced energy consumption, and minimized waste generation. It discusses the mechanisms, advantages, limitations, and industrial relevance of these methodologies, offering readers a clear understanding of how sustainable technologies can contribute to cleaner and more efficient chemical manufacturing. Particular attention is given to challenges associated with industrial implementation, including process scale-up, heating homogeneity, equipment costs, and optimization of reaction conditions. Designed for master’s and doctoral students, researchers, engineers, and industrial practitioners, this book serves as both an educational guide and a scientific reference. By bridging fundamental concepts with current technological innovations and industrial applications, it provides valuable insights into the future of sustainable chemistry. Ultimately, the book aims to support the development and adoption of greener chemical technologies capable of addressing the scientific, industrial, and environmental challenges of the twenty-first century.
