Green chemistry

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005024",
  "term": "Green chemistry",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A philosophical approach to the design of chemical products and processes that reduces or eliminates the use and generation of hazardous substances. This involves minimizing waste, using renewable feedstocks, designing safer chemicals, and employing less hazardous chemical syntheses. The principles of green chemistry aim to achieve environmental sustainability in chemical manufacturing.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2013, 85, 1725. 'Glossary of terms used in medicinal chemistry. Part II (IUPAC Recommendations 2013)' on page 1736 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-12-11-23)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/green-chemistry/"
}