Surfactants: Building greener chemicals

The video explores the role of surfactants in cleaning and their applications across various industries. It highlights the environmental issues associated with synthetic surfactants and introduces bio surfactants as a sustainable alternative. Researchers are working on developing and scaling up bio surfactants, which are non-toxic and decompose quickly. Despite challenges in production, bio surfactants hold promise for future applications, especially in specialty chemicals. The field is open for new discoveries, aiming for greener chemicals and a cleaner future.

What challenges are faced in the production of bio surfactants?

In what applications are bio surfactants expected to gain market share?