Minimizing the environmental impact of catalytic processes involves several strategies:
- Green Catalysis: Developing and employing catalysts that are environmentally benign. This includes using non-toxic materials and designing processes that minimize waste and energy consumption. - Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): Conducting comprehensive LCAs to understand the environmental footprint of catalytic processes from raw material extraction to end-of-life disposal. - Recycling and Reuse: Implementing strategies to recycle and reuse catalysts and by-products, thereby reducing waste and conserving resources.
