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Concepts and Tools for Sustainable Chemicals Manufacture
Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:33:10
Abstract
Sustainable chemistry embodies the design and efficient manufacture of chemicals from abundant and renewable raw materials using routes that minimize energy requirements, avoid damaging the environment and human health, and are economically viable. It is a powerful tool to help society achieve several of the Sustainable Development Goals identified by the United Nations.
Objective
This course introduces tools to design and evaluate sustainable routes for chemicals and materials manufacture. You will understand approaches to process design and optimization, from the molecular to the planet level, and learn the fundamentals of sustainable chemistry.
Content
- Introduction to green versus sustainable chemistry - Lifecycle analysis - Corporate sustainability - Alternative carbon sources - Catalytic processes - Chemical fate and toxicological effects - Role of finances - Industrial view - Ethics Each topic will be presented by a lecturer or guest speaker with relevant expertise.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Course content based on slides
Literature
Klöpffer, W., Grahl, B. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): A Guide to Best Practice, Wiley (2014)
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 60 minutes
- Aids
- None
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture with exercise |
Concepts and Tools for Sustainable Chemicals Manufacture
Does not take place this semester.
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No time listed | 2 h weekly |
Offered In
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Wahlfächer (Den Studierenden stehen der Studienstufe angemessene chemische Lehrangebote des D-CHAB zur Auswahl offen (Zulassungsbedingungen beachten).)
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