What are the Criteria for Winning a Green Chemistry Challenge Award?
The EPA evaluates nominations for the Green Chemistry Challenge Awards based on several criteria, including:
Environmental Benefits: The technology must demonstrate a significant reduction in hazardous substances, energy consumption, and waste production. Innovativeness: The approach should be novel and offer a substantial improvement over existing technologies. Applicability and Scalability: The technology should have the potential for widespread application and scalability to industrial levels. Economic Feasibility: It should provide an economically viable alternative to traditional methods.
