Julie B. Zimmerman - Böcker

Focuses on modern sustainable design concepts, processes, and practicesApplies foundational principles of physics, chemistry, biology, and sustainability to creating solutions for managing and mitigating environmental problemsPlaces emphasis on global issues such as pollution prevention and resource recoveryExplains energy and mass balance concepts using numerous clear and engaging example problemsProvides a coherent and unified approach to life cycle assessment and thinking developmentFeatures effective pedagogical tools, including numerical assessment and design problems, research activities, discussion topics, and extensive online learning resourcesIncludes extensive teaching materials for instructors, such as active learning exercises, homework assignments, classroom activities, and a solutions manual

Processes that meet the objectives of green chemistry and chemical engineering minimize waste and energy use, and eliminate toxic by-products. Given the ubiquitous nature of products from chemical processes in our lives, green chemistry and chemical engineering are vital components of any sustainable future. Gathering together ten peer-reviewed articles from the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology, Innovations in Green Chemistry and Green Engineering provides a comprehensive introduction to the state-of-the-art in this key area of sustainability research.  Worldwide experts present the latest developments on topics ranging from organic batteries and green catalytic transformations to green nanoscience and nanotoxicology.  An essential, one-stop reference for professionals in research and industry, this book also fills the need for an authoritative course text in environmental and green chemistry and chemical engineering at the upper-division undergraduate and graduate levels.