Workshop on Sustainable Chemistry: D-Carbonize Project
Workshop on Sustainable Chemistry in Liège for the D-Carbonize Project
As summer draws to a close, we are excited to resume our projects and collaborations in the field of sustainable chemistry. Last week, our Scientific Director Coralie Jehanno and PhD student Giovanni Berluti traveled to Liège to participate in a consortium meeting and a workshop focused on sustainable polymers and flow chemistry, organized under the D-CARBONIZE project.
The D-CARBONIZE project, funded by the European Union and coordinated by ICIQ, is a joint doctoral network under the MSCA program. It aims to train 12 PhD students in the areas of CO₂-based chemistry, sustainable polymerizations, catalysis, and recycling technologies, all central topics in advancing sustainable chemistry practices.
The workshop in Liège provided an excellent platform for researchers and consortium members to exchange knowledge, discuss challenges, and share the latest innovations in green and sustainable chemistry. Giovanni Berluti delivered an outstanding presentation on the advanced synthesis of bio-based FDCA synthons, highlighting the role of sustainable chemistry approaches in developing next-generation polymers and environmentally responsible materials.
Throughout the week, the sessions emphasized how sustainable chemistry can be applied to both academic research and industrial applications, particularly in polymer science and chemical processes. Collaborative discussions underscored the importance of combining expertise in catalysis, renewable feedstocks, and green process design to drive forward environmentally friendly chemical solutions.
We extend our sincere thanks to the organizing committee at the University of Liège for their warm welcome, excellent organization, and ongoing support. The workshop strengthened the consortium’s commitment to sustainable chemistry and inspired new ideas for research collaborations and innovative material design.
By fostering knowledge sharing and training the next generation of scientists, the D-CARBONIZE project continues to advance in the field, paving the way for greener, more responsible chemical processes and sustainable polymer solutions.
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