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  • Green Chemistry
  • Materials Science
  • Chemical Engineering

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  • Industrial processes heavily rely on hazardous solvents, causing environmental pollution and health risks.
  • Conventional solubilization methods require high energy input due to harsh conditions (high temperature/pressure).
  • There is an urgent need for sustainable alternatives in manufacturing and consumer goods production.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in green solubilization technologies.
  • To assess the potential of various "green" solvents like ionic liquids (ILs) and natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES).
  • To highlight water-based strategies and naturally derived solubilizers for sustainable applications.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current green solubilization research.
  • Critical analysis of the benefits and limitations of different solvent systems.
  • Examination of water's properties, mesoscale structuring, and surfactant-free microemulsions.
  • Consideration of hydrotropes, biosurfactants, and proteins as eco-friendly additives.

Main Results:

  • Ionic liquids (ILs) and natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) offer potential but have limitations.
  • Water's unique structuring capabilities can be leveraged for efficient solubilization.
  • Naturally derived compounds (hydrotropes, biosurfactants, proteins) show promise for biocompatibility and low environmental impact.
  • Combining water structuring with benign additives creates energy-efficient pathways.

Conclusions:

  • Sustainable solubilization requires innovative approaches beyond traditional solvents.
  • Water, when appropriately structured and augmented with bio-derived additives, presents a highly promising green solvent system.
  • Future research should focus on developing and implementing these eco-friendly technologies for industrial applications.