Chapter 9 Revolutionizing Chemical Production Processes Using CIM

Abstract

The Cyclic Innovation Model is applied to a new process for the production of fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals using a combination of ionic liquids and supercritical carbon dioxide. This multi-value innovation combines economic growth with environmental concerns and social value. The most important obstacles in the implementation of this new technology are the successful life cycle management of current production plants, the linearity of current innovation thinking, and a perceived high risk of adoption.

Citation

Berkhout, G., van der Duin, P., Hartmann, D. and Ortt, R. (2007), "Chapter 9 Revolutionizing Chemical Production Processes Using CIM", Berkhout, G., Van Der Duin, P., Hartmann, D. and Ortt, R. (Ed.) The Cyclic Nature of Innovation: Connecting Hard Sciences with Soft Values (Advances in the Study of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Economic Growth, Vol. 17), Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 153-171. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1048-4736(07)17009-0