Handbook of green chemistry and technology (Blackwell Science, 2002)
Includes bibliographical references and index
Sustainable development is now accepted as a necessary goal for achieving; societal, economic and environmental objectives. Within this chemistry has a; vital role to play. The chemical industry is successful but traditionally; success has come at a heavy cost to the environment. The challenge for chemists; and others is to develop new products, processes and services that achieve; societal, economic and environmental benefits