Themed collection UN Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production


Improving microbial electrosynthesis with biochar electrodes in production of CO2 derived biochemicals and biofuels within circular economy systems
Waste-derived biochar electrodes enhance microbial electrosynthesis by improving electron transfer, sustainability and scalability, offering a cost-effective route for CO2 conversion into biochemicals and supporting circular economy goals.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4435-4450
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00140D

How deep eutectic solvents are currently shaping organocatalytic and enzymatic asymmetric catalysis
Asymmetric catalysis is a key technology that provides enantiomerically pure compounds that are vital for the pharmaceutical, agrochemical and food and fragrance industries.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 3883-3890
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00265F

How do you (dis)solve a problem like methylene chloride?
New regulation has banned some industrial uses of methylene chloride (dichloromethane, DCM) in the USA. What are the alternatives?
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 3891-3902
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00443H

Addressing the global data imbalance of contaminants of emerging concern in the context of the United Nations sustainable development goals
Pollution from contaminants of emerging concern is a multifaceted issue that can only be effectively addressed with the equitable inclusion of all stakeholders and their diverse knowledge systems.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 3384-3391
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00144G

Towards sustainable wood–plastic composites: polymer types, properties, processing and future prospects
Advancing the future of wood plastic composites: a synergy of materials, methods, and sustainability.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2833-2862
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00153F

Accelerating the industrial transition with safe-and-sustainable-by-design (SSbD)
Safe-and-sustainable-by-design (SSbD) is a pre-market approach that integrates innovation with safety and sustainability along the entire life cycle.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2185-2191
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00809J

Chemical bio-manufacture from diverse C-rich waste polymeric feedstocks using engineered microorganisms
Engineering microbial metabolism is tapped potential to convert industrial waste and by-products into high-value chemical products, providing a more sustainable alternative to traditionally oil-derived chemicals.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 1672-1684
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00013K

Inventing a secure future: material stewardship as chemistry's mission for sustainability
Chemistry should adopt material stewardship as a central mission in fulfilling its vital role in sustainability for people and planet.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 804-821
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00576G

Bioactive compounds in coffee husk: extraction, functional properties, applications, and sustainable approach in circular economy
Coffee husk is rich in bioactive compounds with functional properties and holds significant potential for various applications that promote a sustainable circular economy.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4410-4425
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00531K

Towards polycotton waste valorisation: depolymerisation of cotton to glucose with polyester preservation
Polycotton waste textile valorisation; upgrading waste cotton from polycotton (left) to the platform chemical glucose without affecting the polyester (right).
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 3863-3882
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00230C

Circular plastic economy for sustainable development: current advances and future perspectives
This review highlights advanced catalytic processes that hold industrial relevance for transforming plastic waste into sustainable fuels, chemical feedstock and advance materials, thereby facilitating chemical circular economy. Image partially generated using iStock AI Image Generator.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 3724-3840
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00225G

Graphene-based catalysts for electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction
This review presents a comprehensive review of graphene-based catalysts for eCO2RR, highlighting optimization strategies, characterization techniques, applications, and future challenges.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2779-2805
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00174A

Advances in 3D printing with eco-friendly materials: a sustainable approach to manufacturing
This review explores eco-friendly materials in 3D printing biodegradable polymers, bio-composites, and hybrids—highlighting processes, advancements, and applications that drive sustainable manufacturing across diverse fields.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2582-2604
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00718B

Multienzyme cascade synthesis of ω-amino fatty acids from vegetable-derived precursors for use as nylon monomers
Via multi-enzyme cascade approaches, ω-amino fatty acids are able to be sustainably produced as nylon monomers from vegetable-derived precursors.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2149-2159
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00764F

Advances in lead-free perovskite solar cell design via SCAPS-1D simulations
PSCs still face challenges such as lead toxicity. SCAPS-1D stands out as a valuable tool for investigating alternative metals as replacements for lead. This article reviews 54 simulation studies using SCAPS-1D, focusing on lead-free PSCs.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4314-4335
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00526D

Recent advances in sustainable biomass-based aerogels: a review
Schematic overview of biomass-based aerogels.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4298-4313
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00497G

A critical review on the sustainability of inverse vulcanised polymers
This review takes a closer look at the life-cycle of inverse vulcanized polymers and if they can be more sustainable alternatives to commodity materials in energy storage, remediation technology, agriculture or construction.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4190-4227
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00387C

Advancements in ammonia-based pretreatment: key benefits and industry applications
Comprehensive review of ammonia-based biomass pretreatments, examining diverse processes with varying reaction conditions and reactor configurations that modify biomass structure to enhance accessibility for biofuel, feed, and material applications.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4228-4249
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00070J

Environmental challenges of disposable wipes: causes, impacts, and sustainable solutions
Environmental concerns from wipe disposal are closely tied to the material composition and construction of wipes. Mindful material selection with optimized process engineering is pivotal in shaping the next generation of sustainable wipes.
RSC Sustainability, 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00408J

Minimizing oil pollution: a review of current status and its treatment options
Oil contamination is a critical issue affecting global water resources, which originates from a variety of sources, including domestic and industrial activities. Treatment methods include physical, chemical, and biological processes. Image source: Oil spill photo – Jesse Kavanaugh, U.S. Coast Guard.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 3681-3723
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00403A

From bamboo to biochar: a critical review of bamboo pyrolysis conditions and products with a focus on relevance to the developing world
This innovative study explores bamboo pyrolysis for biochar production, critically evaluating methods and emphasising advanced separation techniques for syngas, including both condensable (bio-oil) and non-condensable gases.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2712-2732
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00800F

Unlocking the carbon dioxide photoreduction potential of graphene-derived catalysts: mechanisms, product selectivity, and challenges
The article provides a comprehensive review of the latest advancements in graphene-based photocatalysts for CO2 reduction, focusing on mechanisms, product selectivity, and the challenges of enhancing efficiency and scalability.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2733-2749
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00033E

Insights into hierarchical porous titanium(IV) phosphonates: synthesis, structure & applications
HPTPs exhibit ordered porosity and tunable coordination environments. This review highlights the synthetic strategies, structural morphology, and multifunctional applications spanning catalysis, adsorption, ion exchange, sensing, and energy storage.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2472-2500
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00074B

Integrating traditional ecological knowledge into a circular economy framework using the example of consumer durable goods for northern rural communities
Integrating Circular Economy (CE) principles with Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) to promote equitable, sustainable and proactive materials design of consumer durable goods.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2048-2063
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00623B

Photocatalytic valorisation of real-world substrates
Photocatalysis, waste valorization, hydrogen, and the circular economy.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2079-2110
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00646A

Incorporating hyperaccumulating plants in phytomining, remediation and resource recovery: recent trends in the African region – a review
Phytomining, the extraction of valuable metals from soil or waste substrates using plants, has gained increasing attention as a sustainable and economically viable alternative to conventional mining practices.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 1652-1671
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00021A

Studies on poly(butylene succinate) and poly(butylene succinate-co-adipate)-based biodegradable plastics for sustainable flexible packaging and agricultural applications: a comprehensive review
PBS and PBSA can be used to manufacture cost-effective and sustainable materials for applications in food packaging and agriculture.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 1267-1302
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00193A

Phosphorus recovery from animal manures through pyrolysis: phosphorus transformations, release mechanisms, and applications of manure biochars in agriculture
Phosphorus recovery from animal manures by pyrolysis can effectively close the agricultural phosphorus cycle.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 1084-1101
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00524D

Fungal pretreatment methods for organic wastes: advances and challenges in biomass valorization
The image displays various biowastes, important constituents, and possible products of the pretreatment process.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 1234-1266
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00582A

Thermochemical and chemo-biological molecular recycling of plastic waste and plastic-biomass waste mixtures: an updated review
Thermochemical and bioprocessing are feasible for recovering valuable building block molecules from plastic residues. Chemo-enzymatic treatment of waste plastic-biomass mixtures is an open challenge due to the diverse composition of the residues.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 698-714
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00745J

Hydroformylation, hydroaminomethylation and related tandem reactions of bio-derived renewable olefins: a step closer to sustainability
Biomass-derived renewable olefins act as sustainable and cost-effective starting materials in the production of industrially valuable chemicals, such as aldehydes, amines and other compounds, through hydroformylation and related one-pot reactions.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 158-207
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00662C

Immobilization of aldehyde reductase for the production of bioplastic precursors from agricultural fatty acids
Herein, we report the biosynthesis of bioplastic precursors via the immobilization of aldehyde reductase (AHR) onto a metal organic framework (UIO-66-NH2).
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 3910-3914
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00311C

Man-made textile fibres from pectin
Low-methyl esterified pectin with a degree of methylation of 33% was shaped into continuous textile fibres via wet spinning with a calcium chloride coagulation bath.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2205-2209
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00048C

Medium-dependent regioselectivity of electrochemical bromination of methyl levulinate
The method for electrochemical bromination of methyl levulinate using ammonium bromide is reported. In MeCN : H2O mixture, it proceeded via enol intermediate favoring C-3 bromination, and in MeOH – via enol ether favoring C-5 bromination.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2198-2204
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00037H

Spray-coating polystyrene on perovskite solar cells increases thermal stability and moisture tolerance
Hybrid perovskite solar cells spray-coated with polystyrene retain 80% of their original efficiency after 40 hours immersed in water or temperatures of 95 °C.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 2192-2197
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00641K

Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) production by thermophilic Caldimonas thermodepolymerans comb. nov. from xylan
Complex polysaccharide substrates can serve as direct feedstocks for PHA biosynthesis, potentially eliminating the need for extra processing steps and significantly lowering production costs for sustainable plastics.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 1685-1690
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00040H

Influence of the biomass-source and the extraction process on lignin properties and γ-valerolactone induced conversion of biomass towards valuable lignin monomers
This work shows the importance of different lignin extraction strategies to create valuable products for the chemical industry. Changing process parameters, solvent additives, or biomass can influence lignin properties towards specific applications.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4514-4532
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00324E

Oxidative depolymerization of lignosulfonates to low-molecular weight aromatics: an interlaboratory study
A GC/FID method was developed and thoroughly validated, including a round robin test, to enable objective comparison of three lignin depolymerisation methods using the same lignosulphonate feedstock.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4818-4824
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00698H

Metrics are the key: development of criteria and indicators for measuring sustainability in international chemicals management
Measuring sustainability in international chemicals management: we present 23 indicators as a contribution to the Global Framework on Chemicals. Due to the overarching concept of sustainable chemistry, the indicators are related to several SDGs.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4724-4745
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00135H

Development of a bio-synthesized zinc oxide nanoparticle sensor for the quantification of totarolone in Tetraclinis articulata
Electrochemical quantification of totarolone in Tetraclinis articulata extract.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4825-4833
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00477B

Fe(MIL-53) metal–organic framework as a facile and sustainable Lewis acidic catalyst for the one-pot synthesis of xanthene derivatives
To synthesize xanthenes using a greener and environmentally friendly approach, the earth-abundant, iron-based Fe(MIL-53) MOF was established as a sustainable solid Lewis acid catalyst, operating effectively under mild conditions.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4746-4758
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00191A

An environmentally sensitive method for rapid monitoring of 6PPD-quinone in aqueous samples using solid phase extraction and direct sample introduction with liquid chromatography and tandem mass spectrometry
A novel sensitive environmental strategy for rapid monitoring of 6PPD-Q in water was developed to reduce solvent consumption and waste generation.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4811-4817
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00170F

Waving the green flag: incorporating sustainable and green chemistry practices into research and education
The interdisciplinary nature of green chemistry requires innovative approaches for engaging broad audiences, making active learning and gamified learning of interest for exploring green chemistry in classrooms and conference settings.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4492-4503
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00554J

Functionalized AuNP-mycelial composites as engineered living materials for sustainable mercury remediation
Heavy metal contamination, particularly mercury (Hg2+), poses severe environmental and health risks even at trace levels.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4703-4713
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00556F

Disaccharides as substrates and mechanistic probes for efficient carbohydrate conversion to formic acid in water near room temperature
Combining reaction tracking, isotope labeling, and quantitative analysis provides mechanistic clarity and improved strategies for biomass valorization aimed at hydrogen storage.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4785-4793
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00588D

Photocatalytic and antimicrobial polymer-based hybrid membranes with surface-modified TiO2 nanoparticles with 5-aminosalicylic acid and silver nanoparticles
Porous PVDF-HFP and silk-fibroin membranes with green-synthesised TiO2/5-ASA/Ag nanocomposites degrade ciprofloxacin under sunlight and UV, with antimicrobial activity.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4568-4582
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00569H

Photoreforming of real biomass-derived waste streams using Nb-doped BiVO4 photoanodes for sustainable hydrogen production
For the first time, Nb-doped BiVO4 photoanodes enable efficient photoreforming of real agroindustrial residues into green hydrogen and value-added products.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4504-4513
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00376H

Unraveling the role of water in catalytic glycolysis of PET
The chemical recycling of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) via glycolysis is a promising route for recovering the monomer bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate (BHET), which can be used for virgin-grade PET production.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4714-4723
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00528K

Transforming aluminium waste: sustainable conversion to commercial MOFs, hydrogen fuel, and essential aluminium feedstocks
From aluminum dross to MOFs and alumina, this study closes the loop in the upcycling of aluminum dross waste towards a sustainable industrial circircular economy.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4561-4567
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00631G

Sustainable synthesis of sulfonamides via oxidative chlorination in alternative solvents: a general, mild, and eco-friendly strategy
A general, mild, and environmentally friendly method for synthesizing sulfonamides in sustainable solvents was developed.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4556-4560
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00405E

Mechanical, barrier, and photodegradation properties of biodegradable PLA-based blend films
PCL and ElvaloyPTW improve the ductility and gas barrier properties of PLA. UV irradiation decreases the molecular weight of PLA and increases its crystallization.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4622-4631
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00454C

Solar to sustainability (S2S): a comparative life cycle assessment of hydrogen production with a focus on a photoelectrochemical anion exchange membrane reactor
This study employs a comparative life cycle assessment to evaluate hydrogen production via SMR, wind PEMWE, solar PV PEMWE, PEC PEM and PEC AEM reactors.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4651-4666
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00330J

Biocatalytic synthesis of the non-pungent capsaicinoid olvanil from agri-food waste
A simple biocatalytic two-step process has been optimised to produce the capsaicinoid olvanil, starting from biomass-derived oleic acid and vanillin and using only biobased reagents and catalysts.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4667-4676
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00241A

Exploration of solvent, volume, and catalyst effects on fluoride-catalyzed end-of-life depolymerization of silicones to cyclic monomers
Recycling end-of-life silicones is of interest due to the high energy and environmental costs associated with producing new materials from virgin raw materials, with this method using fluoride-catalysed processes in green solvent systems.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4776-4784
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00551E

Lignin depolymerization from softwood biomass using integrated protic ionic liquid–enzyme pretreatment
An integrated protic ionic liquid mediated lignin extraction and enzymatic depolymerization process for softwood biomass.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4466-4477
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00351B

In silico enzyme engineering of aldehyde dehydrogenase for eco-friendly ibuprofen synthesis
Biocatalytic ibuprofen synthesis enhanced via in silico-guided rational enzyme design.
RSC Sustainability, 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00073D

Vanillin-derived epoxy resin as a high fracture toughness high stiffness matrix for carbon fibre reinforced structural composites
The following study cements vanillin’s position as a leading replacement for BPA-based epoxy resins in high performance epoxy–amine composite applications.
RSC Sustainability, 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00205B

Comprehensive prioritisation scheme for active pharmaceutical ingredients in Denmark
Active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) can cause severe adverse effects if released into the environment.
RSC Sustainability, 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00120J

Antibiofilm efficacy of a green graphene oxide-silver nanocomposite against mixed microbial species biofilms: an in vitro and in silico approach
The potential of green rGO/AgNPs nanocomposites for broad-spectrum antibiofilm applications.
RSC Sustainability, 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00093A

Sustainable eco-friendly scale-up synthesis of polytartaric acid using renewable feedstocks
This research represents a major milestone in the synthesis of novel biodegradable polycarboxylic acid utilizing monomers derived from agro-industrial waste.
RSC Sustainability, 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00667H

Glycerol-derived ionic liquids: a new family of high-potential renewable ionic solvents
A new family of glycerol derived ionic liquids with tunable properties and interesting applications as hydroxycinnamic acids solubilizers or as reaction media for Pd NPs recoverable catalytic systems.
RSC Sustainability, 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00393H

Polymerization and depolymerization of polyesters and polycarbonates using 1,1,3,3-tetramethyl guanidine as a catalyst for improved resource utilization
Despite being biodegradable materials whose random disposal has no significant impact on the environment, finding new routes to recycle polyesters and polycarbonates under the current conditions of limited resources is of high importance.
RSC Sustainability, 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00245A

Towards a higher level of circularity in lithium brine mining: CO2 absorption in concentrated brines
Carbonate anions are formed following CO2 absorption in real brines made alkaline via electrolysis. The addition of soda ash is thus fully replaced in the lithium carbonate crystallization process, resulting in a more sustainable mining process.
RSC Sustainability, 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00552C

A more sustainable two-step synthesis of alkylated β-cyclodextrin via acetylation and GaBr3-catalyzed reduction
This work establishes a more environmentally friendly access to alkylated β-CDs without compromising characteristic properties of conventionally synthesized methylated CDs, offering a generally more sustainable alternative for future applications.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4126-4136
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00590F

Methanolysis of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) using non-stoichiometric protic ionic liquids
Microwave-assisted methanolysis of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) to dimethyl terephthalate (DMT) was catalysed by a recyclable, inexpensive non-stoichiometric protic ionic liquid from sulfuric acid and triethylamine.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 3987-3996
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00316D

An Fe3O4@keratin nanocomposite doped with copper(II): a reusable heterogeneous catalyst for the synthesis of novel 1,4-disubstituted 1,2,3-triazole-pyrimido-benzimidazoles in aqueous ethanolic solution under ultrasound cavitation
Water ultrasound-assisted preparation of a novel magnetic nanocatalyst, Fe3O4@keratin-Cu(II) and it's use for rapid and green one-pot synthesis of 1,2,3-triazolo-pyrimido-benzimidazole derivatives (5a–x) in good to excellent yields.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4137-4161
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00318K

Sustainable and efficient synthesis of oxazolidinones using a unique deep eutectic solvent (DES)
A unique quaternary diammonium salt and urea (1 : 2)-containing deep eutectic solvent (DES) is introduced as a simple and efficient catalytic medium for the atom-economic synthesis of oxazolidinone compounds from epoxides and isocyanates.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4116-4125
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00147A

Lignin-derivable, thermally healable thiol-acrylate vitrimers with improved mechanical performance and reprocessability via transesterification
The presence of methoxy substituents on lignin-derivable (bis)phenols leads to enhanced toughness and thermal healing in thiol-acrylate vitrimers, highlighting the potential of renewable feedstocks to improve sustainability in polymer network design.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4067-4078
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00182J

Eco-sustainable magnetic polymer composites using recycled and rare-earth-free hard magnetic fillers
Biodegradable polymer matrices, PCL and PBSA were used to fabricate magnetic composites with recycled NdFeB and rare earth-free lab-synthesized ferrite fillers (SrFe12O19 and SrFe12O19–CoFe2O4) across a wide filling range (1–90%).
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4029-4038
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00222B

A sustainable twist on the Ritter reaction: iron-based deep eutectic solvents as a green route to amide synthesis
A sustainable and scalable Ritter reaction using a reusable FeCl3·6H2O/glycerol-based DES enables efficient amidation of secondary/tertiary alcohols with nitriles under mild conditions, with broad scope, and low environmental impact.
RSC Sustainability, 2025,3, 4079-4086
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5SU00489F
About this collection
RSC Sustainability features solutions-focused research dedicated to solving sustainability challenges. We champion chemical science discoveries that support and enable any of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), showcasing new sustainable technologies and greener chemical solutions that drive real-world impact.
We’ve collated recent articles published in RSC Sustainability that align with each of the UN SDGs.
This collection highlights Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. These articles explore sustainable material innovations, waste valorisation, and pollution reduction, such as bio-manufacturing from waste. Other topics include advanced recycling of plastics and PET and ensuring safe drinking water. These efforts aim to enhance resource efficiency, reduce environmental contamination, and support circular economies for greener cities.
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