Eco-friendly Production Process Research Articles

Pollen-based natural nanostructures to realize nanoplasmonic biochips for single-molecule detection

In this work, a paradigm change in the development of the plasmonic-based bio/chemical sensing approaches is presented. The proposed idea is to use natural nanostructures instead of those fabricated by electron-beam lithography (EBL) tools. This sensing approach produces several advantages, such as high performances without an optimization step and a simple, low-cost, and eco-friendly production process with respect to other methods, which are still time-consuming with low scalability. In particular, pollen's nanostructures covered by gold nanofilms are used to realize gold nanogratings (GNG), similar to those made via EBL, to excite hybrid plasmonic phenomena. Bulk and binding sensitivities are evaluated and compared to nanoplasmonic sensors, particularly those achieved via an EBL-based chip. As proof of principle, an estrogen receptor (ERα) is immobilized on the plasmonic nanostructured surfaces of both EBL-based and pollen-based chips and interrogated by the same custom 3D-printed holder through a transmission-based experimental setup, exploiting polymer optical fibers (POFs). The experimental results demonstrate that the proposed pollen-based nanoplasmonic biosensor shows performance very similar to an EBL-based nanoplasmonic biosensor, indicating the equivalence between the two nanoplasmonic biosensors. The biosensor exhibited a detection limit better than 1 aM for the estradiol, demonstrating the capabilities of the proposed sensing approach towards single-molecule detection.

Development and characterization of engineering plastic diaphragm for alkaline water electrolysis

Research on carbon dioxide free energy sources is increasing due to climate change, with green hydrogen gaining significant attention for its eco-friendly production process. This study focused on creating a diaphragm for alkaline water electrolysis using the TIPS method, utilizing the engineering thermoplastics PEEK and PPS for their excellent mechanical properties and heat resistance. DPK was employed as a diluent, and the phase diagram was established by measuring the crystallization temperature and cloud point based on polymer content. The morphology of the diaphragm, both surface and cross-section, was observed using an SEM, while tensile strength, alkaline stability, and permeability tests assessed its suitability for alkaline electrolysis conditions. The diaphragm with a polymer content of 20 wt% demonstrated a mechanical strength of 31.9 MPa, making it viable for operational use in alkaline electrolysis. All the diaphragms exhibited exceptional alkali resistance, with weight changes of less than 1 % in a 25 to 30 wt% KOH solution. Additionally, permeability tests indicated that permeability decreased as polymer content increased. Electrochemical evaluations revealed that the 20 wt% polymer content diaphragm achieved the best performance, delivering 188.7 mA/cm². This study confirms the potential of using these diaphragms in efficient and sustainable alkaline water electrolysis systems.

A Novel Workflow for In Silico Prediction of Bioactive Peptides: An Exploration of Solanum lycopersicum By-Products.

Resource-intensive processes currently hamper the discovery of bioactive peptides (BAPs) from food by-products. To streamline this process, in silico approaches present a promising alternative. This study presents a novel computational workflow to predict peptide release, bioactivity, and bioavailability, significantly accelerating BAP discovery. The computational flowchart has been designed to identify and optimize critical enzymes involved in protein hydrolysis but also incorporates multi-enzyme screening. This feature is crucial for identifying the most effective enzyme combinations that yield the highest abundance of BAPs across different bioactive classes (anticancer, antidiabetic, antihypertensive, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial). Our process can be modulated to extract diverse BAP types efficiently from the same source. Here, we show the potentiality of our method for the identification of diverse types of BAPs from by-products generated from Solanum lycopersicum, the widely cultivated tomato plant, whose industrial processing generates a huge amount of waste, especially tomato peel. In particular, we optimized tomato by-products for bioactive peptide production by selecting cultivars like Line27859 and integrating large-scale gene expression. By integrating these advanced methods, we can maximize the value of by-products, contributing to a more circular and eco-friendly production process while advancing the development of valuable bioactive compounds.

CONTRIBUTION OF ECO-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - CASE OF SOCIAL INNOVATION IN UTTAR PRADESH

Social innovation deals in the commercialization of products and services for the holistic development of society with minimal harm to the environment and national resources. A number of social innovators, working in the country, have based their businesses on the development and commercialization of eco-friendly products, services, and even eco-friendly production processes. Eco-friendly products play a significant role in sustainable development by reducing environmental impact. They minimize resource consumption, decrease pollution, and promote responsible production and consumption patterns. Such products often use renewable materials, have lower energy requirements, and produce fewer harmful emissions. Their adoption fosters a greener economy, enhances public awareness, and contributes to the overall goal of achieving a more sustainable future. The aim of this article is to study some eco-friendly products that are produced by social enterprises in Uttar Pradesh. An attempt is made to study the motivation behind the development of eco-friendly products by social innovators so as to assess their subsequent impact on sustainable development. Once conducted, this study will serve as an important data repository for eco-friendly products developed in the State of Uttar Pradesh and their contribution towards sustainable development

Conceptualizing sustainable supply chain resilience: Critical materials manufacturing in Africa as a catalyst for change

The concept of sustainable supply chain resilience has garnered significant attention in recent years, particularly in the context of global challenges such as climate change, geopolitical instability, and pandemics. This review delves into the conceptualization of sustainable supply chain resilience, focusing specifically on critical materials manufacturing in Africa as a catalyst for transformative change. Africa, endowed with abundant natural resources, has long been a focal point for discussions on economic development and industrialization. However, the continent faces numerous challenges, including limited infrastructure, political instability, and environmental degradation. Despite these challenges, there is a growing recognition of Africa's potential to emerge as a key player in global supply chains, particularly in the realm of critical materials manufacturing. Critical materials, essential components in various high-tech industries such as electronics, renewable energy, and aerospace, have become increasingly vital in today's interconnected world. Yet, the current global supply chain for critical materials is susceptible to disruptions, posing significant risks to industries and economies worldwide. Africa's rich endowment of critical materials presents an opportunity to diversify and strengthen the global supply chain, enhancing its resilience in the face of uncertainties. By strategically investing in critical materials manufacturing infrastructure and fostering sustainable practices, Africa can not only enhance its economic prosperity but also contribute to global sustainability efforts. Leveraging renewable energy sources, adopting eco-friendly production processes, and promoting responsible resource management are integral components of this endeavor. Furthermore, the development of sustainable supply chain resilience in Africa requires collaboration among various stakeholders, including governments, businesses, academia, and civil society. Policy interventions, technological innovation, and capacity-building initiatives are essential to create an enabling environment for sustainable development. Conceptualizing sustainable supply chain resilience in the context of critical materials manufacturing in Africa offers a pathway towards transformative change. By harnessing its natural resources responsibly and embracing sustainable practices, Africa can play a pivotal role in shaping a more resilient and sustainable global economy.

The Effects of a Crosslinking Agent on the Microrheological Properties and Cellular Structure of Silicone Rubber Foam Prepared via a Green Process.

Chemical foaming technology is widely used in the preparation of silicone rubber foam and is attributable to its one-step molding capability and eco-friendly production processes. The microrheological properties of silicone rubber play a pivotal role during the foaming process. In this study, Rheolaser Lab (Formulaction, Toulouse, France) was used to conduct in situ examinations for the influence of a crosslinking agent on the microrheological properties of silicone rubber foam for the first time. This study monitors the entire reaction process of silicone rubber foam from liquid to solid, as well as the matching of crosslinking and foaming reactions. Various parameters, including solid-liquid balance, elasticity index, and macroscopic viscosity index, are measured to analyze the microrheological properties of silicone rubber foam. The results show that the silicone rubber foam exhibits good microrheological properties, thereby demonstrating excellent performance at a crosslinking agent content of 2%. Through adjusting the experimental conditions, a sustainable and efficient approach was proposed for better cellular structure control in the industrial preparation of silicone rubber foam.

Bacterial nanocelluloses as sustainable biomaterials for advanced wound healing and dressings.

Wound healing remains a significant clinical challenge, calling for innovative approaches to expedite the recovery process and improve patient outcomes. Bacterial nanocelluloses (BNCs) have emerged as a promising solution in the field of wound healing and dressings due to their unique properties such as high crystallinity, mechanical strength, high purity, porosity, high water absorption capacity, biodegradability, biocompatibility, sustainability, and flexibility. BNC-based materials can be applied for the treatment of different types of wounds, from second-degree burns to skin tears, biopsy sites, and diabetic and ischemic wounds. BNC-based dressings have exceptional mechanical properties such as flexibility and strength, which ensure proper wound coverage and protection. The renewable nature, eco-friendly production process, longer lifespan, and potential for biodegradability of BNCs make them a more sustainable alternative to conventional wound care materials. This review aims to provide a detailed overview on the application of BNC-based composites for wound healing and dressings via highlighting their ability as a carrier for delivery of different types of antimicrobial compounds as well as their direct effect on the healing process. Besides, it mentions some of the in vivo and clinical studies using BNC-based dressings and describes challenges related to the application of these materials as well as their future directions.

Evaluation of susceptor-assisted microwave-sintering-produced Al-Y2O3 composite material's compression and reciprocating wear performance

The manufacturing of a composite material out of aluminium (Al) and yttrium oxide (Y2O3) was achieved via the use of the microwave hybrid sintering method, which is an energy-efficient and eco-friendly production process. Compression and dry reciprocating wear tests are conducted on the manufactured material to learn more about the function of reinforcing particles in composites. The exothermic temperature marginally shifts (1 °C) when Y2O3 reinforcement is added to the Al matrix. The average micro hardness of composites with 2 wt.% Y2O3 is 43 Hv, which is an improvement over the previous value of 36 Hv. In addition, the composite material’s compressive strength improved by 38.78% in comparison to that of Al. In a dry reciprocating wear test, the composite material with 2 wt% Y2O3 nanoparticle showed a reduction in mass loss of 20%. The even distribution of reinforcing components throughout the material and the advent of intermetallic Al3Y in composites are likely responsible for this.

Peningkatan Teknik Pounding Terinspirasi Happa-Zome dalam Kegiatan Pembuatan Tekstil Ramah Lingkungan di PPSA “Taruna Yodha” Sukoharjo

This community service is carried out with the participation of PPSA (orphanage) Taruna Yodha in Sukoharjo, Central Java. By creating textile products, the activity that incorporates an eco-friendly production process inspired by the Japanese Happa-zome technique (manual leaf-printing decoration technique) is chosen and improved to motivate environmental awareness while strengthening the entrepreneurial capacity of the beneficiaries. The service program is conducted by (in)direct presentation and mentoring, a participatory and iterative process from the beginning to the end. Within the program, design survey activity in the form of exploring nature's potential involves introducing the surrounding natural environment while collecting leaf material. The results are; (1) Providing environmental awareness for beneficiaries through textile-making, (2) the Happa-zome technique for interior textile product development, (3) creating an Entrepreneurial program including story-making and online marketing strategy

PROCESS DESIGN AND ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF TRADITIONAL SHEA BUTTER PRODUCTION IN NIGERIA

The promotion of agricultural diversification emerges as a critical component of broader strategies aimed at mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and fostering the development of sustainable production systems. Nigeria stands out as a significant exporter of shea butter, which play a vital contribution to poverty alleviation, particularly in rural areas through creation of opportunities for participation of local women in the shea butter industry using local technologies in sheanuts pre-processing, roasting, grinding, oil extraction and refining. However, this production route is said to be severely affecting the final product yield and quality in addition to possible significant impacts on the environment. Evaluation of this production pathway is necessary for identification of areas of resource inefficiency, such as excessive utility (water, energy) consumption, implementation of more efficient and eco-friendly production processes. This study presents a process design and economic analysis of the local technology for shea butter production using advanced process simulation software (Aspen Plus ® V11) and Aspen economic analyser following 1 st quarter 2018 price basis. The simulation result showed that nearly 230 kg/day shea butter could be produced from 1 tonne shea fruit, which translate to only about 23 wt%. Pulp, shell and cake representing waste streams account for approximately 70 wt%. Utility analysis revealed daily water footprint of 585kg and 500 kJ heating requirement/day with carbon emission of 63 kgCO 2. The economic evaluations of the entire process plant showed that the traditional technology requires approximately $1.70M capital cost and $0.066M operating cost/year for 25-year economic life of the project with net present value of $158M. This study suggests that the local shea butter production technology is profitable with a payback period of 7years. However, the technology generates huge amount of waste streams and have negative impact on the environment. Consequently, there is need to adopt best practices in the shea butter processing that will generate more income and promote environmental sustainability.

PRODUCTION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF GALLIC ACID WITH Streptomyces olivochromogenes ISOLATED FROM CASHEW NUT SHELL LIQUID (CNSL) DEPOSITED SOIL

Phenolic compounds are a major type of phytochemicals and among them, phenolic acids are the most potent biologically active compounds. Cashew nutshell liquid (CNSL) is a by-product that serves as a rich source of phenolic acids. Gallic acid is a major category of phenolic acids and is notable for its antimicrobial, antiviral, and antifungal properties as well as for industrial applications. The global annual requirement of gallic acid is around 8000 tonnes. Currently, the industrial production of gallic acid is facilitated by acid hydrolysis of naturally derived gGallotannins. Since the present industrial process demands higher production costs along with low product yield and release of huge volumes of toxic effluents as by-products, an enzyme dependant eco-friendly production process for gallic acid is mandatory. Microorganisms can serve as substitutes for gallic acid production since they are endowed with the capability to degrade tannic acid by producing tannase. The bacteria Streptomyces olivochromogeneswas found to be capable of producing gallic acid in the present research. The gallic acid thus produced was found to possess effective antioxidant properties, thereby preventing protein denaturation in cells. The viability of the cancer cells was found to be significantly reduced. Reduction in oxidative stress along with upregulation of the apoptotic gene BAX coupled with the downregulation of the anti-apoptotic gene BCL2 is supposed to be the underlying mechanisms behind the anticancer activity of gallic acid. Our research manifests the therapeutic efficiency, especially the anticancer property, of gallic acid produced by Streptomyces olivochromogenes.

Microwave-Assisted Synthesis of Zn2SnO4 Nanostructures for Photodegradation of Rhodamine B under UV and Sunlight.

The contamination of water resources by pollutants resulting from human activities represents a major concern nowadays. One promising alternative to solve this problem is the photocatalytic process, which has demonstrated very promising and efficient results. Oxide nanostructures are interesting alternatives for these applications since they present wide band gaps and high surface areas. Among the photocatalytic oxide nanostructures, zinc tin oxide (ZTO) presents itself as an eco-friendly alternative since its composition includes abundant and non-toxic zinc and tin, instead of critical elements. Moreover, ZTO nanostructures have a multiplicity of structures and morphologies possible to be obtained through low-cost solution-based syntheses. In this context, the current work presents an optimization of ZTO nanostructures (polyhedrons, nanoplates, and nanoparticles) obtained by microwave irradiation-assisted hydrothermal synthesis, toward photocatalytic applications. The nanostructures’ photocatalytic activity in the degradation of rhodamine B under both ultraviolet (UV) irradiation and natural sunlight was evaluated. Among the various morphologies, ZTO nanoparticles revealed the best performance, with degradation > 90% being achieved in 60 min under UV irradiation and in 90 min under natural sunlight. The eco-friendly production process and the demonstrated ability of these nanostructures to be used in various water decontamination processes reinforces their sustainability and the role they can play in a circular economy.

Microbial Biosynthesis of L-Malic Acid and Related Metabolic Engineering Strategies: Advances and Prospects.

Malic acid, a four-carbon dicarboxylic acid, is widely used in the food, chemical and medical industries. As an intermediate of the TCA cycle, malic acid is one of the most promising building block chemicals that can be produced from renewable sources. To date, chemical synthesis or enzymatic conversion of petrochemical feedstocks are still the dominant mode for malic acid production. However, with increasing concerns surrounding environmental issues in recent years, microbial fermentation for the production of L-malic acid was extensively explored as an eco-friendly production process. The rapid development of genetic engineering has resulted in some promising strains suitable for large-scale bio-based production of malic acid. This review offers a comprehensive overview of the most recent developments, including a spectrum of wild-type, mutant, laboratory-evolved and metabolically engineered microorganisms for malic acid production. The technological progress in the fermentative production of malic acid is presented. Metabolic engineering strategies for malic acid production in various microorganisms are particularly reviewed. Biosynthetic pathways, transport of malic acid, elimination of byproducts and enhancement of metabolic fluxes are discussed and compared as strategies for improving malic acid production, thus providing insights into the current state of malic acid production, as well as further research directions for more efficient and economical microbial malic acid production.

Bio-functionalized few-layer graphene for in situ growth of gold nanoparticles, improvement of polymer properties, and dye removal

Recently, functionalized graphene has been used in a variety of biomedical applications such as drug delivery systems, nanocarriers, tissue scaffolds, biodetection, biosensors, and bioimaging. Most of the chemicals used to prepare functionalized graphene are generally costly and harmful, requiring the development of a one-step, eco-friendly production process that does not use toxic chemicals. In this study, a simple environmentally friendly exfoliation of graphite to functionalized few-layer graphene (FFG) using gallnut extract has been demonstrated for the first time. Gallnut was screened from 21 plant materials based on FFG yield, high polyphenol content, radical scavenging activity, and tannin presence. The polyphenols and flavonoids present in gallnut extract are solely responsible for the exfoliation, stabilization, and functionalization of graphene. Raman and atomic force microscopy analysis showed that FFG is within the range of 1–7 layers. The highest yield of FFG from graphite was 15.3%, which was higher than those produced using tannic and gallic acid solutions (0–9.5%). FFG was used in the preparation of Au-FFG, FFG/polyvinyl alcohol (FFG/PVA) aerogels, and FFG/PVA films. Au-FFG showed peroxidase mimicking activity and possessed higher substrate affinity than those of natural enzymes and some reported nanomaterials. FFG/PVA aerogel was able to remove up to 98% of both cationic and anionic dyes. FFG/PVA nanocomposite films displayed increase in tensile strength by 33.8%, elongation at break by 79.6%, and higher UV–visible protection properties compared to those of control PVA film. This study provides a framework to develop a low-cost, eco-friendly, and highly efficient natural pyrogallol-catechol FFG for a variety of applications such as biosensor, dye adsorbents, and nanofillers to improve polymer composite properties.

Protocols for accelerated production and purification of collagen scaffold and atelocollagen from animal tissues.

Traditional purification of atelocollagen involves a harsh extraction process with environment-polluting chemicals and costly and/or time-consuming procedures which include salting-out, alkali, acid and enzymatic treatmentand ion-exchange chromatography. The atelocollagen market is growing exponentially, with demand in the skincare industry and for various medical applications.As a result, there is an urgent need for an eco-friendly production process with minimal manipulation. We developed a novel technique involving supercritical carbon dioxide extraction technology to remove the cells and noncollagenous substances from the porcine hide. Subsequent processes allow the production of several products, including decellularized dermal membrane, high-purity collagen particles and atelocollagen. The advantages of our process are its faster speed and lower environmental impactand its generation of multiple products, including high purity atelocollagen with complete removal of telopeptides.

비정형 데이터 마이닝을 이용한 패션제품 개발 : 업사이클링에 대한 소비자 의견을 중심으로

Given the increasing social interest in environmental issues, fashion design based on up-cycling is drawing attention as a sustainable, pro-environment alternative to new product creation. However, consumers in South Korea tend to perceive up-cycled products unfavorably. This study conducted big data analysis to understand consumer perceptions and desires regarding up-cycling to promote the development of consumer-oriented up-cycled fashion products. First, we collected and refined unstructured textual data on consumer opinions. Next, we conducted a survey to classify the refined data. A primary survey with a group of experts was used to remove unnecessary keywords, while a secondary survey administered to consumers helped to classify the resulting 54 keywords into five categories. We performed word cloud analysis on the classified unstructured data using NodeXL and R 3.6.1. For the purpose of product development, we used a combination of 34 keywords based on degree centrality from the “Design and Production Method,” “Material,” and “Item” categories(out of five total categories). Originality(scarcity), Temporality(historicity), and Eco-Friendliness(environmental ethics), which are attributes of up-cycling design, were reflected in the product, which was then developed with an emphasis on eco-friendly production processes and familiarity with products. Two fashion products were developed: an eco-bag produced by weaving cut waste yarn and waste clothing and a shirt produced by weaving waste leather. The study’s process and results propose a method for developing consumer-oriented up-cycled fashion products that can mitigate social problems and promote an eco-friendly product consumption culture while contributing to the use of big data in the fashion design industry.

Do green investments react to oil price shocks? Implications for sustainable development

This study investigates whether green investments are connected to oil price shocks. While earlier papers mainly investigate the linkage between clean energy stock and crude oil prices, we consider recently introduced environmental indexes consisting of companies that use eco-friendly production processes and develop green infrastructures. Using the Markov regime switching regression approach, we observe that the effect of crude oil prices on environmental investments appears to be statistically insignificant, albeit positive in most of the cases. One possible reason behind such a finding is that the oil-dependence is limited to the case of eco-friendly firms. The results further indicate switching between low and high volatility regimes implying that there exist high and low volatility states for green assets. Given that growing concerns about climate change and energy security would inspire market participants shift towards ethical investments, our results could be of interest to investors aiming at decarbonizing their portfolios by including more environmental assets. One important finding of our empirical analysis is that green assets are found to be more susceptible to oil market volatility rather than to oil price fluctuations. This is a novel finding given that prior literature focusing on the association of oil sectors and green assets mainly consider the information on oil prices rather than oil volatility. Hence, our study aims to conceal an important void in the exiting literature.

Crucial role of cyanides for high-potential electrochemical reduction reaction

Despite the potential of organic materials for cathodes in lithium-ion batteries arising from their eco-friendly production processes and structural flexibility, their redox properties are not comprehensively unveiled. In this work, the redox properties and performances for chloranil derivatives with one to four cyano functional group(s) are studied to assess their potential as high-potential organic cathode materials. The well-designed computational protocol is employed to reliably predict the redox behaviors for the organic compounds. This investigation highlights synergistic effects of carbonyls and cyanides on improving the electrochemical properties, exhibiting the remarkably high open-circuit redox potential (4.50 ​V vs. Li/Li+) and theoretical performances (515 ​mA ​h/g and 1517 ​mWh/g) for the chloranil derivative with four cyano functionalities. Furthermore, this study emphasizes that the redox potential of a chloranil derivative strongly relies not only on its structural variation but also on the Li-involved discharging process, electronic properties, and, most importantly, “solvation energy”. A universal correlation of redox potential with electron affinity and solvation energy addresses that chloranils would experience two-stage transition behaviors during the discharging process, implying a critical role of solvation energy in their cathodic deactivation and thus suggesting a smart approach for the systematic design of high-performance organic cathodes. Electrostatic potential maps unambiguously describe the change in the reductive ability of a chloranil derivative during the Li-involved discharging process.

BASF, Lutianhua sign MoU for eco-friendly production process for DME

The effects of three different mixing methods of CuO/ZnO/Al2O3 (CZA) and HZSM-5 bifunctional catalyst on the stability for dimethyl ether (DME) synthesis from carbon dioxide (CO2) hydrogenation were investigated. When the bifunctional catalyst was prepared by method A (mixing powder without pelletization), there was no significant change in DME production and catalyst stability when the HZSM-5 loading was varied between 0.1 g and 0.5 g with a fixed CZA loading of 0.5 g,. When the bifunctional catalysts were prepared by method B (pressed into pellets of CZA and pellets of HZSM-5 and then mixed) and method C (mixed CZA and HZSM-5 powders, then pressed into pellets), the mixing methods did not initially impact CO2 conversion and had a minor effect on DME yield. However, long-term tests (100 h) indicated that the mixing method had a significant influence on the catalyst stability. Method B showed the best stability and the extent of catalyst deactivation followed the sequence of method B < method A < method C. Characterizations of spent catalysts indicated that method B could reduce the extent of copper (Cu) oxidation, which due to the relatively low surface contact between Cu active sites and HZSM-5. Large amounts of water generated in CO2 hydrogenation to synthesize DME and intimate contact between CZA and HZSM-5 catalyst could induce severe oxidation of Cu and metal ions migration from hydrogenation catalyst to HZSM-5, which can result in the number reduction of acidic sites.

Investigating the Effect of an Antifouling Surface Modification on the Environmental Impact of a Pasteurization Process: An LCA Study

As concerns grow about the sustainability of current food production patterns, it is important to assess their environmental impact, to identify the hotspots, and to propose curative solutions in order to progress toward more durable and ecofriendly production processes. Dairy products are a significant part of the human diet, but their production is responsible for substantial emission of pollutants such as greenhouse gases and fine particles. Following a life cycle assessment (LCA) approach, this study aims at assessing the environmental impact of a dairy pasteurization process and at studying the impact of a fouling-mitigating surface modification on the global environmental footprint of the process. The results obtained show that the frequent cleaning-in-place (CIP) procedures, which are required to remove dairy fouling layers, are the hotspot in the pasteurization process, mostly through high wastewater production. Moreover, it is shown that the use of a fouling-mitigating surface modification, an antifouling amphiphilic silicone coating, reduces the environmental impact of the pasteurization process by more than 70%.