Chemistry for Sustainable Development
Scope & Guideline
Discovering Pathways to Environmental Resilience
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Green Chemistry and Sustainable Practices:
The journal promotes research that utilizes green chemistry principles to minimize environmental impact, enhance resource efficiency, and develop sustainable chemical processes. - Environmental Chemistry:
Research on the chemical processes affecting the environment, including pollutant characterization, chemical interactions in ecosystems, and the development of remediation techniques. - Energy and Fuel Technologies:
Focus on the development of alternative fuels, energy-efficient processes, and the catalytic conversion of biomass and fossil fuels to reduce carbon footprints. - Material Science for Environmental Applications:
Exploration of new materials, including nanocomposites and biodegradable substances, aimed at improving sustainability in various industrial applications. - Waste Management and Recycling:
Studies focused on the treatment, recycling, and utilization of waste materials, including the development of sorbents and processes for pollutant removal.
Trending and Emerging
- Deep Eutectic Solvents and Green Solvents:
Recent publications highlight a trend towards utilizing deep eutectic solvents as environmentally friendly alternatives in various chemical processes, emphasizing their potential in sustainable development. - Bioremediation and Biological Applications:
There is an increasing emphasis on bioremediation techniques and the application of biological processes for pollutant degradation and environmental restoration. - Nanotechnology in Environmental Solutions:
Research focusing on the application of nanotechnology for environmental remediation and resource recovery is on the rise, showcasing innovative strategies for sustainability. - Integrated Waste Management Technologies:
Emerging themes include comprehensive approaches to waste management that combine recycling, waste-to-energy processes, and sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact. - Carbon Capture and Utilization Technologies:
There is growing interest in technologies aimed at capturing and utilizing carbon dioxide, reflecting a shift towards addressing climate change challenges through innovative chemical solutions.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Fossil Fuel Chemistry:
There has been a noticeable reduction in studies focused solely on traditional fossil fuel chemistry without a sustainability angle, as the emphasis shifts toward greener alternatives and renewable energy sources. - Conventional Chemical Synthesis Methods:
Research focusing on conventional synthesis methods that do not incorporate green chemistry principles is declining, reflecting a broader trend towards sustainable and environmentally friendly methodologies. - Heavy Metals and Pollution Studies:
Although still relevant, the frequency of publications specifically addressing heavy metal pollution without a focus on innovative remediation techniques appears to be decreasing.
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