Green Solvent for Environmental Sustainability in Nigeria

Abstract

In Nigerian homes, schools and industries, traditional solvents are causing health and environmental hazards. These hazards can be avoided by replacing petrochemical solvents with green solvents, which are environmentally friendly. This paper reviews available secondary information on the havoc caused by use of traditional solvents, the development and environmental compatibility of green solvents and the need to do away with traditional solvents in Nigeria. It recommends a number of steps towards the
replacement of traditional solvents with green solvents in the country.