Publishers Page – Managing Water Shortage in Chemical Industries
As water scarcity intensifies, the chemical industry must strengthen water security through desalination, rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, wastewater recycling and emerging water-generation technologies. Integrated policies, circular water management and CSR-led conservation initiatives can enhance industrial resilience while supporting surrounding communities.
Trends and Opportunities in the Plastic Circularity Market
-Luciano Narcisi, ARC
Plastic circularity is emerging as a major sustainability and business opportunity, driven by advanced recycling technologies, digital innovations, supportive government policies and rising investment. Expanding mechanical and chemical recycling, improving waste management and strengthening circular economy practices can reduce pollution, lower emissions and create long-term economic value.
Green Hydrogen Storage as an Alternative Long-Term Energy Storage Technology: Storage Technologies and Use Cases
-Bhargav Patel, GRZ Technologies
Green hydrogen storage is emerging as a promising long-duration energy storage solution that complements batteries by enabling seasonal storage, industrial decarbonisation and hydrogen mobility. Advances in electrolysers, storage technologies and fuel cells are expected to improve its economic viability and accelerate India’s clean energy transition.
Carbon Dioxide Mitigation Technologies: An Overview
-Dr Nimai Chandra Datta
Carbon dioxide mitigation relies on integrating carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) with low-carbon energy technologies. Advances in CO₂ conversion, mineralisation, fuel cells and direct air capture offer promising pathways to reduce emissions, though further technological innovation and cost reductions remain essential for large-scale deployment.
The Strategic Evolution of Bio-Refineries in a Changing Energy Landscape
-Dr Sangeeta Srivastava, Godavari Biorefineries Ltd
Integrated biorefineries are transforming renewable biomass into fuels, chemicals and power through feedstock flexibility, process innovation and circular resource use. For India, they offer a strategic pathway to energy security, rural development, reduced fossil dependence and leadership in the global bioeconomy.
India and the Case for Renewable Carbon in Chemicals
-Dr. Anjan Ray, Navam Capital
India can strengthen its chemical industry’s resilience by replacing imported fossil feedstocks with domestic renewable carbon from biomass, waste, CO₂ and biotechnology. Improving atom efficiency, reducing fossil energy use and developing integrated biorefineries will enhance sustainability, resource security and long-term industrial competitiveness.
Application of Green Chemistry Principles in Industry – Status, Opportunities and Challenges
-Dr. Priyanka R. Sakhare and Dr. Bipul B. Saha
Green chemistry is transforming industrial manufacturing through safer catalysts, renewable feedstocks, biocatalysis, green solvents and energy-efficient processes. Its adoption across pharmaceutical, polymer, agrochemical and energy sectors reduces waste, emissions and costs while advancing sustainable, commercially viable chemical production.
Choosing Your Framework: The Critical Differences Between Sustainability, Circular Economy and Cradle to Cradle®
-Prof. Michael Braungart, Dr. Ritu Sharma, EPEA Internationale Umweltforschung GmbH
Cradle to Cradle® goes beyond sustainability and the circular economy by emphasizing intelligent design, material health and positive environmental impact. Rather than simply reducing harm or recycling waste, it enables industries to create regenerative products that continuously retain value and benefit ecosystems.
