Water treatment programs strive to ensure the sustainability of water networks and thereby ensure the continuity of industrial production. These treatments are particularly aimed at preventing biofouling, corrosion, and scaling.In line with the Millennium Development Goals adopted by the United Nations in 2008, a UN summit was held in 2015 during which 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for the horizon 2030 were adopted by world leaders. These goals aim to end poverty and build a more sustainable world based on three pillars: economic growth, social inclusion, and environmental protection.In line with Sustainable Development Goals 13 and 15, which aim to combat climate change and promote sustainable development, efforts have been made to explore innovative alternatives to reduce the environmental impact of chemicals. A particular focus has been placed on developing natural or bio-sourced scale inhibitors. Currently, the available products for industrial water conditioning are mainly derived from mining (phosphates) or petrochemicals (polyacrylates). However, around 75% of the world's phosphate production is concentrated in just three countries: Morocco, China, and the United States. These resources, primarily used in agriculture, are considered critical, and their depletion could potentially disrupt the global food balance. Polyacrylates, sourced from petrochemicals, present long-term environmental concerns.
