As green chemistry advances, several quantifiable metrics have developed for determining its scope. In line with these core values, CD BioSciences-GreenChemistry engages in providing friendly greening quantitative assessment services to clients, and these services allow chemists to develop greener and safer products and processes.
It is important to note that the development of chemical sciences has brought a lot of economic as well as social benefits to mankind and constitutes a life-changing arsenal for humankind. Because people used to look at chemicals in design, manufacture, and use throughout history as objects with capabilities, disregarding the consequences, such an approach has misplaced the ecology. Nowadays, there is increased awareness of sustainable development as well as the requirements of the development of the chemical industry, green chemistry has come into existence. Among them, the "Twelve Principles" made demands on the chemistries of the processes for production focusing on the materials, processes, and products and also cost, energy, and safety factors of the chemistries.
Fig.1 Principles of green chemistry. (CD BioSciences)
Determining the level of greening of chemical products as well as their processes is a different level of projects that are multi-dimensional and possess multiple considerations, such as:
Of course, all of these factors can guide to some extent green chemistry research and practical production.
Widely used metrics to measure the degree of greening mainly contain atomic economy, carbon efficiency, reaction quality efficiency, environmental factor, environmental quotient, process quality intensity, life cycle assessment, and green expectation level. CD BioSciences has a team of specialized chemists to evaluate the appropriate metrics according to the specific needs of different clients and provide professional greening guidance for many types of chemical reactions.
Atomic Economy Assessment
Based on the steps of reviewing the production process in detail, identifying room for improvement, and quantifying the efficiency of resource use, we conduct an assessment of atom economy. In this process, we utilize specialized tools and software to calculate atom economy metrics for each synthesis step.
Carbon Efficiency Assessment
Our team conducts a detailed current status analysis of production processes to identify key sources of carbon emissions. At the same time, we utilize advanced assessment tools and techniques to quantify carbon emissions data and evaluate the carbon efficiency of current operations.
Reaction Mass Efficiency Assessment
Based on the client's production process, our professional team uses advanced calculation tools and evaluation models to conduct a detailed analysis of response quality efficiency. Then, we provide tailor-made solutions to help clients optimize resource utilization, reduce waste, and improve productivity.
Environmental Factor Assessment
Based on various production-related environmental data provided by our clients, we analyze it in depth using advanced analytical tools and models. This includes assessing resource use, pollutant emissions, and other potential environmental impacts of the production process.
Environmental Quotient Assessment Service
We utilize a specific formula to calculate the current environmental quotient. This takes into account not only resource utilization and energy consumption but also aspects such as waste generation and emissions. At the same time, we provide our clients with a detailed assessment report and a tailor-made optimization plan.
Process Mass Intensity Assessment
With the client's production process and specific needs in mind, we define the scope and objectives of the assessment. Then we process the relevant data using advanced calculation tools and methods to calculate the process quality intensity indicators for each production step.
Life Cycle Assessment
First, we collect detailed data related to the product or service and construct a life cycle model of the product or service. Next, we assess the environmental impacts of the product or service at various stages of the life cycle, including but not limited to carbon footprint, water footprint, resource consumption, etc.
Green Aspiration Level Assessment
We evaluate the green aspirational level by accounting for the reduction in waste emissions from process improvements based on the starting point of synthesis, the environmental factor of the complete process, the historical average of the waste generated by the reaction process, and the complexity of the ideal synthesis process.
Upon receipt of an order, our greening quantitative assessment service follows the process detailed below to ensure an efficient and accurate service:
CD BioSciences-GreenChemistry has a broad team of academic chemists and environmental scientists, data analysts with technical experience, and engineering experts from the industry. Our service process begins with the service order placement and ends in execution, presenting a comprehensive suite of green assessment services to our clients. Please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to provide you with quality services to help you achieve your sustainability goals.
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