Green Chemistry!

Green chemistry is an important concept for the coming years in addressing the harmful environmental effects of manufacturing companies' actions. The 12 principles of green chemistry accurately describe the importance sustainability through our manufacturing processes. However, I wonder how feasible it would be for us to achieve completely sustainable chemical practices, especially within the production of pharmaceuticals. I'm not sure that I've seen any examples of green chemistry in my own daily life, but I'm interested in learning more! 

After watching the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, I began thinking of my own practices with improperly disposing plastic. Over my winter break, I'm going to be evaluating my environmental practices to see how I can lessen the negative impacts of my individuals actions. 

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  1. I appreciate that you are giving yourself the time and space to make changes. It very rarely feels like you can make big changes all at once.

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