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January 23, 2026RSC Sustainability0 citationsOpen Access

Acetone Recycling in Undergraduate Teaching Laboratories

Acetone Recycling: A Case Study in the Undergraduate Teaching Laboratory

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EMElizabeth MundayNGNaam GhediaMTMartyn Towner

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Overview

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

Key Points

  • 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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Munday et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69731005c8125b09b0d1fb33https://doi.org/10.1039/d5su00926j
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