Table 1.
Examples of chemical hazards associated with green products and processes
| Process/product | Chemical agent | Effect/target organ | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thin-film Photovoltaics |
|
|
|
| |
Silane |
Pyrophoric, Irritant, Respiratory Tract, Skin |
[12] |
| |
Hydrogen sulfide |
Acute, Irritant, Central Nervous System |
[12] |
| E-waste Recycling |
|
|
|
| |
Lead |
Cardiovascular, gastrointestinal effects |
[13] |
| |
Mercury |
Gastrointestinal effects, Neurotoxicant, Nephrotoxicant |
[13,14] |
| Weatherization |
|
|
|
| |
Isocyanates (Spray Polyurethane Foam) |
Irritant, Respiratory Tract, Sensitizer |
[15,16] |
| Geothermal Energy |
|
|
|
| |
Hydrogen Sulfide |
Acute, metabolic disorder |
[17,18] |
| |
Mercury |
Gastrointestinal effects, Neurotoxicant, Nephrotoxicant |
[19] |
| Solvent Replacement |
|
|
|
| 1-Bromopropane | Cancer, hematopoietic effects; Hepatotoxicant Neurotoxicant | [20] |