Chemistry & Sustainable Development Goals
Type of Announcement
Sustainable Development
Production of Omega-3-Rich Microalgae Oil as a Functional Food Additive from the Complete Utilization of Tuber Discards
The research group focuses on interdisciplinary studies aimed at advancing sustainable and innovative solutions in various industries. Valorization of Agro-industrial Residues: Developing methodologies to convert agro-industrial by-products into valuable resources, such as biofuels, bioplastics, and functional ingredients for the food and chemical industries. Biomass Utilization: Exploring the potential of biomass as a renewable resource for producing energy and chemical intermediates through efficient and environmentally friendly processes.
Measuring Thermodynamic Properties of Ionic Liquids for the Separation of Azeotropic Refrigerant Mixtures
Refrigerants, essential to heating and cooling systems, are estimated to be used in large quantities daily (approximately 850 million kilograms). While advancements on past generations of refrigerants have reduced toxicity and flammability, current hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants are being phased out due to their high global warming potential (GWP). Recycling and repurposing HFCs is challenging, as many are azeotropic mixtures that cannot be separated using conventional distillation.
Federal Sustainable Chemistry Strategic Plan: December 2024
Building on the 2023 Sustainable Chemistry landscape report which identified key strategic areas that could accelerate innovation and transition to sustainable chemistry, this new report defines a plan to advance four strategic goals: Discovering More Sustainable Chemistry for Future Solutions; Supporting, Building, and Bridging Sustainable Chemistry for Discovery to Commercialization; Promoting Adoption and Growth of Sustainable Chemistry in Business and Subnational Government and; Creating a 21st Century Federal Service for Sustainable Chemistry.
Green Chemistry and public policies: current situation, challenges and proposals for a sustainable future
This paper presents a pioneering analysis on the integration of Green Chemistry into public policies in Chile, highlighting its importance as a key tool to promote sustainability in the country. As environmental challenges become more critical globally, Green Chemistry emerges as a fundamental discipline to mitigate the negative impacts of the traditional chemical industry, promoting safer and more sustainable practices.