Green Chemistry in Polymer Science and Sustainable Polymers

Dear Colleagues,

Chemistry plays and has played an essential role in the development of modern societies and must therefore constantly adapt in order to contribute to societal progress while respecting ever more stringent health and environmental protection requirements. Unfortunately, the replacement of controversial substances is not always technically possible, nor economically viable. Polymers are no exception to this rule. Despite the countless benefits they bring, scientists must now find solutions to produce polymers that are more respectful of the environment, do not contribute to the depletion of fossil resources, avoid the use of toxic compounds, and whose end of life must be considered. This explains the increasing amount of research in the field of biobased, biodegradable, recyclable, re-shapable, and greener polymers. Thus, chemistry and the field of polymers are fully engaged in the process of transitioning to a greener, carbon-free, more responsible, and circular economy. The aim of this Special Issue is to present a wide overview of scientific papers relating recent advances in the field of “Green Chemistry in Polymer Science and Sustainable Polymers” and will highlight how the use of biomass transformed in biorefineries and co-products from industry can offer realistic solutions to these new challenges for the 21st century. This Special Issue will consider papers dealing with the following aspects:

• Preparation of biobased monomers from various sources of biomass;
• Green synthesis of polymers by employing catalysis or enzymatic processes;
• Characterization and properties of sustainable polymers vs. implemented ones;
• Life and end-of-life perspectives.

Transversal aspects regarding tecno-economic assessment, life cycle assessment, eco-toxicity, chemical risks, etc. are also warmly encouraged.

Prof. Dr. Nicolas Sbirrazzuoli
Dr. Andreia Sousa
Dr. Nathanael Guigo
Guest Editors

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