Application of Green Chemistry - CHE00002M
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Autumn Term 2022-23 to Spring Term 2022-23 |
Module aims
Diminishing fossil resources, increasing oil prices and numerous other drivers are rapidly forcing society to seek new, sustainable sources of carbon for future chemicals,
energy and materials production. This module looks at the variables in this complex equation, from the design of a synthetic route, energy consumption, alterative
feedstocks and engineering methods for efficient chemical production.
Module learning outcomes
- To use real examples to illustrate how the principles of green chemistry can be applied to chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- To study the changing trends in raw material utilisation and to understand the potential of alternative feedstocks.
- To study engineering methods for improving process efficiencies
- To calculate the mass and energy balance in a chemical production process
- To learn about the importance of energy efficiency and the range of energy sources
- To understand the role between energy pollution and climate change
- To understand how biomass can be used as a feedstock for future production industries
Module content
Topics in this module:
- Clean Synthesis
- Chemical Engineering and Clean Technology
- Energy Efficiency and Emerging Technologies
- Renewable Resources
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 25 |
| Essay/coursework | 25 |
| Essay/coursework | 25 |
| Oral presentation/seminar/exam | 25 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 |
Module feedback
Students receive written feedback from each assessment
Indicative reading
General Background
Green Chemistry: An Introductory Text
M. Lancaster, Royal Society of Chemistry, Edition 3 2016, Print ISBN 978-1-78262-294-9, ePub eISBN 978-1-83916-294-7
Handbook of Green Chemistry, Green Processes, Designing Safer Chemicals
P. Anastas and P. Trevorrow, 2013, ISBN 3527326391
Green Chemistry Metrics: Measuring and Monitoring Sustainable Processes
A. Lapkin and D. Constable, 2008, ISBN 9781405159685
Sustainable Solvents: Perspectives from Research, Business and International Policy (Green Chemistry Series)
J. H. Clark, A. Hunt, C. Topi, G. Paggiola and J. Sherwood, 2017, ISBN 1782623353
Sustainable Catalysis (Green Chemistry Series)
M. North, J.H. Clark, 2015, ISBN 1782620583
Alternative Energy Sources for Green Chemistry (Green Chemistry Series)
G. Stefanifis, A. Stankiewicz, J.H. Clark, A. de la Hoz, J. Fan, R. Mato Chain, J. Santamaria, 2016 ISBN 1782621407
Green Chemistry for Surface Coatings, Inks and Adhesives: Sustainable applications (Green Chemistry Series)
R. Höfer, A.S. Matharu, Z. Zhang. 2019, ISBN 9781782629948