Explore how the chemical science community is helping solve the big challenges our world faces
Read about the impact of the chemical sciences through the stories below.
Growing tomorrow's fashion today
The chemicals used in fast fashion harm the planet. Could the answer lie in plant waste, and what role do chemists play?
Reducing waste
Plastic has long been the answer for food packaging, but single-use plastics cause significant environmental damage. How are chemical scientists creating sustainable alternatives?
Driving the charge on battery technology
Electric vehicles are part of the answer to shift our reliance on fossil fuels. How are scientists using chemistry to improve existing battery technology?
Helping itself to become more sustainable
Advances in chemical sciences play an important role in improving our lives. But what is the chemical sciences community doing to make their practices more sustainable?
Painting a new picture for households
PLFs are part of our lives, but the way they’re made, used and disposed of is unsustainable. How is the chemical sciences community coming together to change this picture?
Making water cleaner
Harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are prevalent in the UK’s water. How is the chemical sciences community addressing this and pushing for change?