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This book contains ten chapters starting with the Origins of Green Analytical Chemistry that includes the state-of-the-art of this practical concept created to avoid the adverse side effects of chemistry in the analysis of samples, by using, for instance, fewer solvents in the laboratory. The second chapter covers the basis for a greener analytical chemistry and third is an evaluation of existing analytical methods from a green perspective. Some techniques discussed include tele-dectection, direct analysis on solid or liquid samples without sample damage by vibrational spectroscopy (MIR, NIR, and Raman) and others like laser ablation of solids. The final message of the book is clear and goes directly to the societal benefits to convince the reader to use greener analytical chemistry methods for a better, more sustainable way of living.