Sustainable extraction of bioactive compounds: a life cycle perspective on technologies, solvents, and process scale-up

RSC Sustainability 2026 Open access

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Authors: Justin Z. Lian, Tie Liu, Jintian Yang, Hengyi Zhu, Nalinpat Chalermchotiwong, Yemima Grain, Long Yue, Xiang Luo, Stefano Cucurachi, Jian Li, Fanran Meng, Bin Dong
DOI: 10.1039/d5su00832h
Cited by: 11
References: 62

Abstract

LCA reveals trade-offs in bioactive compound extraction. Solvent choice affects yield and impact. Process simulation enables LCA-based scale-up. Waste valorization improves sustainability. Life cycle thinking supports feasible green extraction.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Extraction and Separation Processes Seaweed-derived Bioactive Compounds

Publication details

Journal / source
RSC Sustainability
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
4
Issue
3
Pages
1180–1202
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN