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Welcome to the ACS Green Chemistry Institute Application Portal

You can use this portal to submit applications/proposals for a variety of programs run by the ACS Green Chemistry Institute and the ACS Office of Sustainability. Click through the tabs for more information on programs under each category.

How to Apply

1. Login

Click on the "Login" link to the right and login to the application with your ACS ID. (Don’t have an ACS ID? Don’t worry; you can create one for free on the login page.)

2. Select

Select the Program and confirm your eligibility to apply (if applicable).

3. Create

Create your online application. For a list of required information and attachments, please review the individual program information links listed on the Welcome/Home page. 

4. Apply

Finish the application by completing the required fields in each of the application sections. Applicants can proceed from section to section by selecting Next Tab >> in the middle of the screen.

5. Save

During the Applications period, your application can be saved as DRAFT until all the required information is completed and attachments uploaded. As each section is complete, you will see a appear in the category tab when the application is saved. At any time, you can download and print your application by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section.

6. Submit

On completion, save your application as FINAL. Download and print a copy of your application for your records by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section in the right column. Note: If an update is required prior to the Call for Applications period, you can make the update and resave as FINAL.

If you require assistance or additional information, please contact the Program Administrator.

GC&E Call for Symposia

The 28th Annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference will be held in June 2024. Please look for the Call for Symposia in Summer 2023 with a deadline in early October 2023.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Respect are core values of the American Chemical Society and the ACS Green Chemistry Institute. We are committed to promoting an inclusive, diverse, and respectful conference for participants, organizers, and attendees. We recognize the shared responsibility needed for a safe and productive meeting environment regardless of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, religion, race, or nationality. All GC&E participants are expected to treat others with respect to facilitate open dialogue and effective discussions.

We ask that symposia coordinators be mindful of the following guidelines as they are finalizing their speaker lists for GC&E.

Aim to:

  • Include a minimum of 30% of under-represented groups (including women and People of Color)
  • Incorporate expertise from a range of geographic locations
  • Include speakers from all stages of career
  • Include diverse stakeholder perspectives from across the chemistry enterprise, where appropriate

Ciba Travel Awards in Green Chemistry

Sponsoring U.S. students to attend and participate in an ACS meeting, conference or training program with a significant green chemistry or sustainability component. Up to four awards of up to $2,000 each are available. Applications will open on in Summer 2023 for the 2024 award cycle. Find out more.

Joseph Breen Memorial Fellowship

Supporting the participation of a young international green chemistry scholar in a green chemistry technical meeting, conference or training program. Two awards of up to $2,000 are available. Applications will open on in Summer 2023 for the 2024 award cycle. Find out more.

Kenneth G Hancock Memorial Award

Providing national recognition and honor for outstanding student contributions to furthering the goals of green chemistry through research and/or studies. Two awards of $1,000 plus up to $1,000 in travel expenses. Applications will open on in Summer 2023 for the 2024 award cycle. Find out more.

Heh-Won Chang, PhD Fellowship in Green Chemistry

Providing financial support to full-time graduate students currently conducting research in green chemistry. Two awards of $5,000 are available. Applications will open on in Summer 2023 for the 2024 award cycle. Find out more.

Nina McClelland Memorial Award 

Sponsoring the participation of postdoctoral scholars to present their research at the annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference. Two awards of $2,000 are available. Applications will open on in Summer 2023 for the 2024 award cycle. Find out more.

Peter J. Dunn Award for Green Chemistry & Engineering Impact in the Pharmecutical Industry

Recognizing excellence in the research, development, and execution of green chemistry that demonstrates environmental, safety and efficiency improvements at meaningful scale. An award symposium/presentation is held at the annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference. Applications will open in Fall 2023 for the 2024 award. Find out more.

CMO Excellence in Green Chemistry Award

Recognizing outstanding efforts by Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) located in Asia towards green chemistry improvements to pharmaceutical research, development and manufacturing. An award symposium/presentation will be arranged at the annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference (in-person or virtually) or another agreed upon venue. Applications will open in Fall 2023 for the 2024 award. Find out more.

ACS GCI Pharmaceutical Roundtable Research Grants

Funding green chemistry and engineering research in key areas of interest to the pharmaceutical and allied industries. Four grants of $80,000 are available in the areas of Photochemistry in Flow, Electrochemistry in Flow, Oligonucleotide Synthesis, and Peptide Process Manufacturing. Proposals must be submitted by May 15, 2023. Read the detailed RFPs before submitting your proposal. Find out more.

ACS GCI Pharmaceutical Roundtable Ignition Grants

Providing initial funding for new chemistry and engineering research directions address sustainability issues in the pharmaceutical and allied industries from discovery to manufacturing. Four grants of $40,000 are available. Proposals must be submitted by May 15, 2023. Read the detailed RFP before submitting your proposal. Find out more.

ACS Summer School for Green Chemistry & Sustainable Energy

One-week summer school program for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars studying at institutions in the Americas. All eligible travel and program costs are covered by American Chemical Society. Applications for the 2024 Summer School will open in Fall 2023. Find out more.

Contact Us

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Green Chemistry Institute
1155 Sixteenth St, NW
Washington, DC, 20036
Phone: 1-202-872-6102
Email:   gci@acs.org
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