Biobased Process Design for Sustainable Chemistry

As the world transitions away from fossil fuels, the chemical industry requires a fundamental shift toward renewable resources and circular design principles. This course provides a structured pathway to understanding how biobased materials are processed and evaluated for real-world sustainability. You will gain the analytical tools needed to design green chemical workflows and assess their viability from environmental and economic perspectives. What you'll learn: Understand foundational green chemistry principles and biobased feedstocks; Design sustainable chemical process flows using renewable resources; Evaluate the technological feasibility of biobased production methods; Analyze the lifecycle impact and societal implications of green technologies; Perform basic techno-economic assessments to determine commercial viability. This course begins with essential definitions and core concepts of circular chemistry before guiding you through practical design methodologies and impact evaluation frameworks. It is designed for beginners, students, and professionals looking to enter the green technology space, with no prior advanced engineering experience required. Start reading today to build a cleaner, more sustainable industrial future.