In this case, we show the importance of chemicals. THey are the building blocks of everything from the food we eat, to the medicine we take and the material we use in our dialylife. They are essential for both our survival and advancement of our modern society. THey are also essential to achieve targets to reduce green house gas emissions. Unfortunately, most chemicals are also hazardous to health and environment and present safety risks.  Green chemistry, also known as sustainable chemisty, is a set of principles that aim to reduce or eliminate the use and generation of hazardous substances in the design, manufacture and application of chemical products and substances. It puts emphasis on prevention at the source rather than treatment after the facts.

This course consists of a number of modules.   In its shortest form, the course is limited to explanation of the sustainable development goals and the principles of green chemistry, green engineering and ecodesign illustrated by examples.

Depending on the interests of the target group, this course can then be extented wiht modules on specific chemical industry sectors.

Possible modules are

• Mineral chemistry
• Organic chemistry : biomass
• Petrochemicals and polymers
• Oleochemicals – biofuels
• Carbohydrates : starch and sugars
• CO2 and CCUS
• THe importance of catalysis
• CHemicals for hydraulic, wind and solar energies
• Nuclear energy
• Reducing the carbon content – going for less CO2
• Hydrogen production, use and perspectives
• Decarbonizing the fertiliser industry