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The Conference

The 30th Annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas, the week of June 15th, 2026. Join us in exploring cutting edge green and sustainable chemistry and engineering that advances Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.

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    Call for Symposia

    Help us shape the 30th Annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference by submitting a technical session proposal. This is your opportunity to contribute to the program’s rich and diverse lineup, highlight emerging topics, and bring together experts to discuss the latest innovations in sustainable science. 

    Why Submit a Session?
    As a session organizer, you can influence the direction of conversations that impact the future of the field. It’s a chance to spotlight cutting-edge research, address critical sustainability challenges, and engage with an audience eager to advance practical, impactful change across academia, industry, and policy.

    Early Registration Opens January 1

    Register early for the 2026 Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference to take advantage of discounted rates. Secure your place at the premier event for sustainable science while enjoying significant savings — but hurry, early registration ends soon!

      The Experience

      Attending GC&E feels like finding your scientific home. We focus on building community, providing networking opportunities, and supporting positive student experiences.

      Service Project

      Service Project

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      Networking Luncheon

      Networking Luncheon

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      Industry Poster Reception

      Industry Poster Reception

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      The Science

      Green and sustainable chemistry and engineering are transforming our world—giving scientists the tools to advance research and innovation and to manufacture more efficient, safer, cost-effective, and carbon-neutral products. Educators are transforming the chemistry curricula by incorporating green chemistry, systems thinking, and case studies.

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      Technical Sessions

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      The Impact

      At GC&E we build bridges between academia and industry, foster connections between investors and entrepreneurs, and identify opportunities where research and its implementation can change the world.

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      Awards

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      “This conference was a unique chance to build a network with researchers and professionals committed to a sustainable future, to make connections for future collaborations and understand new trends and tools in this matter.”

      — Sancler da Costa Vasconcelos

      “Attending GC&E 2025 significantly enriched my professional development and reaffirmed my commitment to advancing sustainable scientific solutions that benefit both ecosystems and communities across Latin America.”

      — Juliana M. García

      “As a PhD student, this conference represented a great opportunity to share my research and experience with peers and prestigious researchers or industries’ directors.”

      — 2025 participant

      “This is one of my favorite conferences; the quality of the sessions, the community, and the focus on impactful, sustainable research make it a truly valuable experience.”

      — Rosie Yagmur Yegin

      “This conference continues to be, bar none, the best conference I’ve ever attended (and I’ve attended a lot!)!  The welcoming and supportive nature of the community is inspiring and demonstrates that everyone here really practices what they preach.”

      — Justin Orlando

      “As a PhD student, this conference represented a great opportunity to share my research and experience with peers and prestigious researchers or industries’ directors.”

      — 2025 participant

        The Team

        The conference team consists of the ACS Green Chemistry Institute staff and our ACS colleagues, in collaboration with our GC&E Advisory Committee and 2026 Conference Co-Chairs.

        Matt Wagner

        Director of R&D, Procter & Gamble
        Co-Chair

        Carla Ng

        Associate Professor, University of Pittsburgh
        Co-Chair

        About ACS Green Chemistry Institute

        The American Chemical Society Green Chemistry Institute (ACS GCI) is dedicated to advancing the adoption of green chemistry and engineering principles across academia, industry, and government to achieve a sustainable future. Through education, research, and collaboration, ACS GCI empowers scientists and engineers to design products and processes that reduce or eliminate hazardous substances, conserve resources, and minimize environmental impact. The Institute leads initiatives that connect stakeholders worldwide, develops tools and training to integrate sustainability into chemical education, and fosters innovation that aligns economic growth with environmental responsibility. By championing safer, more efficient, and more sustainable chemistry, ACS GCI is helping to transform the chemical enterprise for the benefit of people and the planet.

        Our 2025 Sponsors

        The Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference is made possible through the generous support of its sponsors, whose commitment to sustainability helps drive innovation and progress in the field. These sponsors represent leaders from industry, academia, government, and nonprofit sectors, all united by a shared vision for advancing green chemistry and engineering solutions. Their contributions enable the conference to deliver high-quality programming, student scholarships, networking events, and collaborative opportunities that inspire meaningful change worldwide.