Ecocatalysis – A Unique Combination of Global Ecology and Green and Sustainable Chemistry

When facing global crises of many kinds, new ways of thinking are needed. Ecocatalysis is an innovative approach and toolkit that brings together chemistry and ecology to move us toward a more sustainable and desirable future. Ecocatalysis is based on ecological recycling, which transforms plants—used to restore degraded land and aquatic ecosystems—into valuable catalysts for the synthesis of complex biomolecules. These can drive more ecologically and economically sound systems approaches and foster a new, greener, and more sustainable chemical industry. Written by the pioneers of ecocatalysis, this book presents and explains a series of catalytic tools for the chemistry of tomorrow, building on the ecological restoration and rehabilitation of healthy, functional ecosystems upon which we depend. Written for leaders, researchers, and engineers in academia and industry, it may also be useful to all scientists interested in green chemistry, industrial chemistry, applied ecology, restoration, and equitable and sustainable local economic development.

Edited by Claude Grison and Claire M. Grison

Royal Society of Chemistry
, 2025

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