Think Green

Module Overview

Summary

This site, sponsored by Fisher Science Education, provides a variety of resources for bringing green chemistry into the classroom. Free, downloadable resources, developed in collaboration with Beyond Benign, include:

1) Learn the basics behind green chemistry: The 12 Principles of Green Chemistry, a classroom ready presentation that describes the 12 principles of green chemistry;

2) Learn how to bring green chemistry into your classroom: Introduction to Green Chemistry in the Classroom, a teacher's guide that addresses commonly asked questions with two student activity modules;

3) Learn how to bring green chemistry into your classroom: a Biodiesel Activity Module, a teacher's guide that includes a biodiesel laboratory module with pre- and post-lab activities;

4) Learn about green chemical alternatives, a table that compares the pros and cons of specific green chemical alternatives. In addition, the site provides a tool for calculating your CO₂ score and a description of how Fisher Scientific is supporting sustainable green initiatives with specific examples.

Summary prepared May 2008 by Julie Haack, University of Oregon.

Category Descriptors

Green Chemistry Principles

• Analyze in Real-Time to Prevent Pollution
• Avoid Chemical Derivatives
• Design for Degradation
• Design Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses
• Design Safer Chemicals and Products
• Increase Energy Efficiency
• Maximize Atom Economy
• Minimize the Potential for Accidents
• Prevent Waste
• Use Catalysts
• Use Renewable Feedstocks
• Use Safer Solvents/Reaction Conditions

Chemistry Subdiscipline

• Analytical Chemistry
• Biochemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Interdisciplinary/Multidisciplinary
• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology (Chemistry Subdiscipline)
• Organic Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• Polymer Chemistry

Target Audience

• Colleges/Universities
• General Public
• Primary Schools
• Secondary Schools

Source

• Internet Sources