Introduction
This thematic issue, “Green Chemistry for Waste-to-Energy and Wastewater Treatment: Advancing Sustainable Development Goals,” explores innovative strategies that merge the principles of green chemistry with sustainable waste and water management. It emphasizes the conversion of solid and liquid wastes into valuable energy resources, the development of eco-friendly technologies for wastewater treatment, and the design of circular economy solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Special attention will be given to catalytic processes, nano-based technologies, and nature-inspired methods that not only reduce pollution but also promote resource recovery. By connecting waste valorization, renewable energy generation, and water remediation, this issue aims to bring together groundbreaking research, practical case studies, and insightful reviews that demonstrate how green chemistry can accelerate the transition toward cleaner production, improved resource efficiency, and long-term environmental sustainability.
Keywords
Green Chemistry, Waste-to-Energy, Wastewater Treatment, Circular Economy, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Waste Valorization, Renewable Energy, Resource Recovery
Sub-topics
- Green chemistry strategies for waste-to-energy conversion
- Advanced technologies for sustainable wastewater treatment and reuse
- Microbial approaches for energy recovery and water remediation
- Catalytic and nanomaterial applications in waste valorization and pollution control
- Circular economy frameworks linking waste, energy, and water sustainability
- Integration of green chemistry solutions with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Case studies, industrial practices, and life cycle assessment of eco-friendly waste and water management systems
