Session: Circularity

As global priorities shift towards sustainability and resource stewardship, the integration of circularity principles within chemical engineering emerges as a critical strategy for reducing waste, optimizing resource use, and enhancing process efficiency. This session, under the auspices of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), will bring together leading researchers, industry practitioners, and policy experts to explore innovative strategies that embody the circular economy paradigm within our field. Key topics include: Process Innovation & Intensification: Exploring novel catalytic and process design approaches that maximize material efficiency and minimize waste generation. Resource Recovery & Waste Valorization: Highlighting advances in the conversion of waste streams into valuable inputs, thereby closing the loop in chemical production. Life Cycle and Systems Analysis: Utilizing comprehensive analytical frameworks to assess the environmental and economic impacts of circular processes. Circular Supply Chain & Policy Integration: Discussing the challenges and opportunities in aligning supply chain management and regulatory frameworks with circularity goals.