Acetone Recycling: A Case Study in the Undergraduate Teaching Laboratory

Elizabeth Munday; Naam Ghedia; Martyn Towner; Claire Gacki

doi:10.1039/d5su00926j

January 1, 2026RSC SustainabilityOpen Access

Acetone Recycling: A Case Study in the Undergraduate Teaching Laboratory

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To evaluate the effectiveness of acetone recycling in a teaching laboratory setting at UCL Chemistry.
Implemented a recycling process for acetone waste in undergraduate labs.
Measured the volume of acetone recycled over a specific period.
Conducted waste disposal assessments comparing incineration and recycling outcomes.
Significant volumes of acetone were successfully recycled.
Reduction in waste disposal costs associated with acetone.
Enhanced awareness of sustainable practices among students.

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Case study reveals successful acetone recycling in undergraduate labs, suggesting environmental benefits.

Abstract

Chemistry teaching laboratories use large volumes of acetone which are predominantly disposed of by incineration as non-halogenated waste. At UCL Chemistry we have begun recycling acetone waste generated by students...

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synapsesocial.com/papers/69731005c8125b09b0d1fb33 https://doi.org/10.1039/d5su00926j

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