Abstract

The development of the concepts for “Green Chemistry” and the main principles of this field are reviewed. Examples of the application of these principles in different areas of chemistry are included. The frequently used alternative solvents (green solvents – water, PEG, perfluorinated solvents, supercritical liquids) in preparative organic chemistry are described. The present and the future developments of green chemistry in education and organic chemical technology are considered.

Keywords: Green chemistry, green solvents, organic synthesis, principles of green chemistry