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SUMMARY:Canadian Chemistry Conference and Exhibition 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Chemistry Conference and Exhibition is the premier conference for the Canadian Society for Chemistry. The mission of the chemistry conference is to be your forum; a venue where you can embrace learning\, exchange knowledge\, build innovative ideas\, advance your career\, and advance the chemistry profession. \nTaking part in the Canadian Chemistry Conference and Exhibition is an opportunity to grow\, learn\, connect\, and celebrate all that Canadian chemistry has to offer. \n\nBeyond Benign Talks \nGreen and Sustainable Practices in Chemistry Education (CE/GC) \nBarb Morra\, University of Toronto; Jonathon Moir\, Beyond Benign; Nimrat Obhi\, Beyond Benign; Andrew Dicks\, University of Toronto; Olivia Mann-Delany\, University of Toronto \nChemistry education plays a critical role in training the next generation of chemists and engineers to consider the holistic impact of their work and actively explore ways to use more sustainable practices. This session aims to explore how educators can integrate green and sustainable chemistry practices into their classrooms\, teaching laboratories\, and programs. The session will be split into two parts: oral presentations followed up a workshop. \nPart 1 (what are others doing with green chemistry in education?): This component will bring together instructors\, teaching assistants\, technical staff\, and other educational stakeholders and provide them with a platform to showcase the creative ways they incorporate green and sustainable practices into their departments and curricula. Participants are encouraged to provide their unique perspective into the development\, implementation\, and learning outcomes of their pedagogical work\, while considering how their efforts could be adopted by other instructors\, particularly those with limited resources or experience with green and sustainable practices. \nPart 2 (how can I add more green chemistry to my teaching?): The second part of the session will involve a workshop that provides an opportunity for educators to learn how to further adapt and implement more green and sustainable concepts into their own classrooms and laboratory using a guided inquiry approach. Workshop participants will work in small groups with facilitators to explore simple and effective approaches to updating their existing course/laboratory content and establish action plans toward implementation. \n\nBringing Green Chemistry into Your Lab – A Workshop for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Fellows (GC) \nTuesday\, June 17th from 8:00-11:40am in room 203 at the Rogers Center Ottawa \nJonathon Moir\, Beyond Benign; Juliana Vidal\, Beyond Benign; Nimrat Obhi\, Beyond Benign; Barb Morra\, University of Toronto; David Laviska\, ACS GCI; Galen Yang\, McGill University; Shauna Schechtel\, Queen’s University \nResearch laboratories are some of the most energy and resource intensive spaces on university and college campuses. They generate large amounts of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste (including solvents\, reagents\, solids\, glassware\, filter paper\, drying agents\, disposable gloves\, and column waste) daily. However\, this is often considered a necessary evil and an acceptable price to pay to make innovative discoveries for the betterment of humanity. Fortunately\, this does not need to be the case; research in higher education can be done in a way that allows for discovery and innovation to take place without generating large amounts of waste and subjecting students\, postdoctoral fellows and researchers to hazardous compounds and laboratory conditions. Importantly\, there are many safer alternative reagents\, solvents\, and laboratory materials that can be used to reduce risk of exposure. This approach\, known as green chemistry\, utilizes a set of twelve practical principles for research and bench chemists to help reduce the use and generation of hazardous substances for humans and the environment. \nThis workshop introduces green chemistry and how its associated twelve principles can be applied at the graduate and postdoctoral level in research laboratories across universities and colleges in Canada. The workshop will explore examples of how green chemistry has been successfully introduced into research labs in different subdisciplines of chemistry and will provide an opportunity for participants to work in small groups through guided discussions to identify ways of improving their own laboratory practices and research to shift towards greener and more sustainable practices. \n \n 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/canadian-chemistry-conference-and-exhibition-2025/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250619
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SUMMARY:New York Master Teachers Program Professional Learning Forum
DESCRIPTION:The NYSMTP Professional Learning Forum 2025 is open to all educators. You are welcome to share the link to this Google site with your colleagues.  Pre-registration is required in order to receive the link to participate. Registration links are included at the bottom of each of the daily session pages. There are 19 one-hour sessions to choose from 3:00pm to 7:00pm on June 16th through June 18th\, 2025.  \nThe sessions will highlight the work of the teacher-led and Counselor-led Professional Learning Opportunities. \nThe Forum is designed to introduce the collaborative work of the Master Teachers and Counselors to educators and counselors across the state of New York. The forum is open to all teachers and counselors from NYS and beyond. \n\nMore information is available on our website: https://www.suny.edu/masterteacher/applications/      \nLearn more about the NYSMTP: Visit our website for detailed information about the program\, eligibility\, and benefits for K-12 STEM teachers and counselors. \nSign up for an Information Session: Register for an upcoming Zoom session for K-12 STEM Teacher & K-12 Counselor Applicants that focuses on providing teachers and counselors with tips and insights on submitting a strong application to the NYSMTP. \nFollow us on social media: Stay up to date with the latest news\, events\, and announcements from the NYSMTP!
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/new-york-master-teachers-program-professional-learning-forum/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250619
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SUMMARY:Modern Approaches to High School Chemistry Instruction Through Today’s Sustainability Challenges
DESCRIPTION:The NSF Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC)\, in collaboration with the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA)\, is offering a PAID three-day workshop for high school chemistry teachers. Held at the University of Minnesota\, this workshop will focus on teaching chemistry through inquiry-based learning and connections to sustainability-related topics. \nDeveloped through the University of Minnesota MRSEC Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) program and Center for Sustainable Polymers (CSP)\, the workshop welcomes applicants from across the Midwest. The workshop is in-person only.  \nParticipants will gain knowledge and experience with topics such as sustainability\, green chemistry\, replacement experiments\, sustainable plastics\, climate science\, and chemical safety through hands-on experiments\, engaging activities\, computer simulations\, and demonstrations. \n\n\n\nApply at mrsec.umn.edu/ehr/Workshop \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Information About Event\nhttps://mrsec.umn.edu/ehr/Workshop\n\n\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity for educators to enhance their teaching practices while promoting sustainability in science education.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/modern-approaches-to-high-school-chemistry-instruction-through-todays-sustainability-challenges/
CATEGORIES:K-12
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250623
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SUMMARY:Green Chem in Action Campaign
DESCRIPTION:From June 18th to 22nd\, in conjunction with our Green Chemistry Commitment Summit\, we invite you to participate in our #GreenChemInAction campaign on social media. This campaign is designed to amplify the work of the educators\, students\, and industry professionals who are advancing green chemistry around the world—and inspire more changemakers to join the movement. EVERYONE in the community is encouraged to participate! Whether you are integrating greener practices in your classrooms and labs\, mentoring student leaders\, or developing safer products\, your work can inspire others and build momentum for systemic change. Check out the details below\, and invite your colleagues\, students\, and friends to join in! \n  \nHow to participate: \n✅ Step 1: Download our #GreenChemInAction sign.\nAccess the sign here. You can print it\, save it digitally\, or create your own version. \n✅ Step 2: On your sign\, write how you’re advancing green chemistry.\nYour commitments could include teaching\, research\, institutional change\, personal practice\, and more!. Every action\, big or small\, is worthy and makes a difference toward achieving a sustainable future.  \n✅ Step 3: Take a picture holding your #GreenChemInAction sign.\nWe’re excited to see how community members are driving green chemistry!  \n✅ Step 4: Post your photo on social media\, tag Beyond Benign\, and use the hashtag #GreenChemInAction so we can share it.\nWe’re on LinkedIn\, X\, Facebook\, and Instagram. 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/green-chem-in-action-campaign/
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
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SUMMARY:Green Chemistry Commitment Summit - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Calling all faculty\, administrators\, staff\, and students from Green Chemistry Commitment (GCC) signing institutions! Join Beyond Benign and the green chemistry community at the 2025 GCC Summit. Given our growing global community\, there are two offerings to join us—virtually on June 18th and/or in person on June 22nd in Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania. This is your chance to learn about resources available through the GCC\, connect with your peers and colleagues in the green chemistry field\, and discuss how you can further the integration of green chemistry at your institution. We hope to see you there! \nAbout the GCC Summit\nIntegrating green chemistry into our higher education system is fundamental. During the GCC Summit\, you will be able to connect with our growing and inspiring community of chemists and educators from around the globe; gain valuable connections\, resources\, and insights; and learn how you can be an essential part of a systemic change in chemistry education. \nWhy attend?\nOur 8th annual GCC Summit is designed to support you in deepening green chemistry engagement on your campus. This year’s GCC Summit will include: \n\nPanel discussions and networking sessions.\nUpdates from Beyond Benign’s Higher Education team about the GCC program and available resources.\nNetworking sessions with GCC signers on topics\, including: advocating for green chemistry to peers and administration; developing departmental plans integrating green chemistry; approaches for engaging students; and available resources for continued professional development.\n\nEvent Details\nThere are two opportunities to attend this year’s GCC Summit! Join us for one or both. More details to follow upon registration.\n\nVirtually on June 18th: Join us online from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. EDT. / 2 to 6 p.m. UTC\nIn person on June 22nd: Meet us in Pittsburgh\, PA\, during the 29th Annual Green Chemistry and Engineering conference! We’ll gather from 12 to 5:30 p.m. EDT.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/green-chemistry-commitment-summit-virtual/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250626
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SUMMARY:The National Conference to Advance POGIL Practice (NCAPP)
DESCRIPTION:The idea for this event grew from interest within our thriving community of experienced POGIL educators who have been applying their knowledge and skills in new and innovative ways over the past several years.  The goal of the inaugural NCAPP in 2017 was to create a conference where POGIL practitioners could come together to share new ideas\, get targeted feedback\, engage in in-depth discussions\, interact with a diverse community of teachers\, and gain a deeper mastery of the POGIL approach. \nBy all measures\, 2017 NCAPP was a huge success for both attendees and The Project\, and the subsequent NCAPPs built on that success.  We are excited for 2025\, when we continue our tradition of transforming education and educators. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe work really hard and we hike really hard – Utah 2023\nThe 2019 NCAPP Planning Committee\nTim Herzog and our epic swag bags!\nFun at our opening reception.\nThe NCAPP 2019 attendees at Washington University.\nBal Barot presents his poster.\nPOGIL’s executive director Rick Moog shows off his wiffleball pitching form.\nSantiago Toledo swings for the fences during opening night wiffleball.\nWe are a learning team!\nA visit to the Crayola factory was a great way to blow off steam during Day 3.\nPOGIL Giant Jenga.\nMaking connections is one of the reasons to come to NCAPP.\n2017 NCAPP Planning committee\nThe 2017 scholarship winners with representatives from our scholarship partners.\nOur new “unposter session” was a great way to get to know each other.\nUnpostering with friends and colleagues – old and new.\nHard at work on a POGIL activity.\nSusan Shadle facilitates during her opening plenary.\nSantiago Toledo (left) leads his team during a breakout time.\nThe poster session is always well-attended.\nAsha Brunings is all smiles during our plenary session.\nMarcy Dubroff (left) of The POGIL Project\, poses with this year’s scholarship winners (Sara Fox\, Kassie Lynch\, Rodney Austin) and presenter Ashley Hill (right).\nSylvia Hurtado delivers her 2019 plenary talk.\nNo POGIL meeting would be complete without chocolate.\nAnother POGIL tradition – raising your hand to quiet the room.\nMar-lie and The Moog Tones is a must-listen at NCAPP!\nWe work really hard and we hike really hard – Utah 2023\nThe 2019 NCAPP Planning Committee
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/the-national-conference-to-advance-pogil-practice-ncapp/
LOCATION:Emory University\, Georgia\, USA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Green Chemistry Commitment Summit - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Calling all faculty\, administrators\, staff\, and students from Green Chemistry Commitment (GCC) signing institutions! Join Beyond Benign and the green chemistry community at the 2025 GCC Summit. Given our growing global community\, there are two offerings to join us—virtually on June 18th and/or in person on June 22nd in Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania. This is your chance to learn about resources available through the GCC\, connect with your peers and colleagues in the green chemistry field\, and discuss how you can further the integration of green chemistry at your institution. We hope to see you there! \nAbout the GCC Summit\nIntegrating green chemistry into our higher education system is fundamental. During the GCC Summit\, you will be able to connect with our growing and inspiring community of chemists and educators from around the globe; gain valuable connections\, resources\, and insights; and learn how you can be an essential part of a systemic change in chemistry education. \nWhy attend?\nOur 8th annual GCC Summit is designed to support you in deepening green chemistry engagement on your campus. This year’s GCC Summit will include: \n\nPanel discussions and networking sessions.\nUpdates from Beyond Benign’s Higher Education team about the GCC program and available resources.\nNetworking sessions with GCC signers on topics\, including: advocating for green chemistry to peers and administration; developing departmental plans integrating green chemistry; approaches for engaging students; and available resources for continued professional development.\n\nEvent Details\nThere are two opportunities to attend this year’s GCC Summit! Join us for one or both. More details to follow upon registration.\n\nVirtually on June 18th: Join us online from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. EDT. / 2 to 6 p.m. UTC\nIn person on June 22nd: Meet us in Pittsburgh\, PA\, during the 29th Annual Green Chemistry and Engineering conference! We’ll gather from 12 to 5:30 p.m. EDT.\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/green-chemistry-commitment-summit/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250627
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SUMMARY:Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference (GC&E) 2025
DESCRIPTION:The GC&E Conference\, hosted by the ACS Green Chemistry Institute®\, is the premier global event for green chemistry and engineering. As the first and longest-running conference on this topic\, GC&E attracts scientists\, educators\, industry professionals\, and advocates to explore advancements\, share best practices\, inspire innovation\, and build community dedicated to sustainable solutions. \nEach year\, the conference evolves\, incorporating new ideas while maintaining its 28-year legacy. Its vision is for green and sustainable chemistry to be integral to all scientific endeavors\, providing solutions that balance human well-being with planetary health. For this reason\, the 2025 conference theme will be Good Health and Well-Being Through Sustainable Chemistry to align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3. \nGC&E 2025 will showcase innovative research and cross-cutting topics in green and sustainable chemistry and engineering\, with an emphasis on symposia that highlight our theme “Good Health and Well-Being”\, such as medical breakthroughs\, new technologies\, and efforts to eliminate or reduce hazardous chemical pollution promoting longer and healthier lives. \n\nBeyond Benign Talks and Social Events\n“Catalyzing Change in Chemistry Education: transformative partnerships to amplify impacts” \nDr. Omar Villanueva & Dr. Amy Cannon\,  Beyond Benign; Areej Nitwoski & Melissa Hackmeier\, MilliporeSigma\, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA\, Darmstadt\, Germany \n“Design and development of an on-demand introductory course to infuse green chemistry in the undergraduate curriculum” \nDr. Deborah Bromfield Lee\, Professor of Chemistry\, Florida Southern College \n“Case study on sustainable practices in metal plating for Green Chemistry education” \nDr. Hun Bok Jung\, Assistant Professor Department of Physical Sciences\, Kingsborough Community College \n“An online course for the chemistry education community: empowering educators to bring environmental justice discussions into the classroom” \nDr. Monica Soma Hensley\, Content Manager\, Beyond Benign \n““Soy” What? We’ve “bean” incorporating soybean-based industrial innovations into the chemistry curriculum” \nDr. Jane Wissinger\, Professor Emerita\, Department of Chemistry\, University of Minnesota \n“Institutional Change for a Sustainable Future: Beyond Benign and the Green Chemistry Commitment” \nDr. Juliana Vidal\, Dr. Amy Cannon\,  Dr. Omar Villanueva\, and Dr. Natalie O’Neil \n“Mechanochemistry and Green Chemistry: A Connection Between Education\, Research\, and Innovation for a Healthier Planet” \nJuliana Vidal\, Beyond Benign; James Batteas\, Texas A&M University; Francesca Kerton\, Memorial University; Isaiah Speight\, William & Mary \n“Comprehensive survey on the implications of green chemistry and toxicology concepts in chemistry education: An industry and academic perspective” \nNesta Bortey-Sam\, University of Pittsburgh \n“Development of a green chemistry and toxicology professional development certificate course” \nDouglas Raynie\, South Dakota State University \n“Green Chemistry Resources in the Classroom” \nThomas P. Umile\, Villanova University; Jennifer A. Tripp\, University of San Francisco; Monica Soma Hensley\, Beyond Benign; Amy S. Cannon\, Beyond Benign; David Laviska\, Green Chemistry Institute\, American Chemical Society \n\nGreen Chemistry Commitment: Catalysts for Change Reception \nCome mix and mingle with Beyond Benign\, MilliporeSigma (the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA\, Darmstadt\, Germany)\, and the American Chemical Society Green Chemistry Institute at 6 PM on Sunday\, June 22nd\, 2025 at Sienna Mercato’s rooftop bar\, il Tetto. \nEmbrace the unique opportunity to connect with current leaders in the field of green chemistry and find resources to help lead a sustainable future.\nCurrent green chemistry leaders joining this event include members of industry\, as well as faculty members who are signers of Beyond Benign’s Green Chemistry Commitment. \nEnjoy free food and drinks and unique networking opportunities– all against the beautiful Pittsburgh skyline at a scenic\, award-winning venue. \nWho: Chemistry Faculty\, Undergraduate and Graduate Students\nWhat: A chance to connect with likeminded young chemistry leaders and influencers in the green chemistry space.\nWhen: Sunday\, June 22nd at 6:00 PM EST\nWhere: il Tetto at Sienna Mercato\, 942 Penn Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15222 \n \n\nCatalyzing Change in Chemistry Education Faculty Luncheon \nJoin Beyond Benign\, MilliporeSigma (the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA\, Darmstadt\, Germany)\, and the American Chemical Society Green Chemistry Institute (ACS GCI) for a free\, catered luncheon on June 24th\, 2025 at the ACS Green Chemistry and Engineering Conference. \nWho: Chemistry faculty\, administrators\, and student leaders interested in generating departmental support for green chemistry implementation. \nWhat: A lunch panel of faculty members who are leading a systemic change in education through the Green Chemistry Commitment (GCC) at their institutions. \nPanel moderators: Dr. Amy Cannon (Executive Director & Co-Founder of Beyond Benign) and Jeffrey Whitford Vice President of Sustainability & Social Business Innovation at MilliporeSigma\, will bring their own expertise as green chemistry leaders. \nWhere: Sterlings 1\, 2\, & 3 \nWhen: Tuesday\, June 24th\, 2025 at 12:30 PM EDT\nThe GCC program is a collaborative voice created to unite the higher education chemistry community towards green chemistry principles and practices and further its size\, reach\, and diversity. Join us to learn all the benefits that the students\, faculty\, and staff in your department can gain access to when they join the GCC. \nRegister on the GC&E Website \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/green-chemistry-engineering-conference-gce-2025/
LOCATION:Pittsburgh\, PA
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:GC&E - Catalyzing Change in Chemistry Education Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Agenda Overview (90 minutes)  \n12:30 – 12:55 PM | Welcome (BB Staff & Jeffrey Whitford\, MilliporeSigma)  \n\nGrab lunch\, get settled \n\n\nAmy Cannon and Omar Villanueva welcome participants\, introduce the GCC and also ask participants to consider actions they can take in their departments \n\n\nWelcome by Jeffrey Whitford\, Vice President\, Sustainability & Social Business Innovation\, MilliporeSigma  \n\n12:55 – 1:45 PM | Faculty Panel: Catalysts for Change  \n\nModerated by Jeffrey Whitford & Amy Cannon \n\n\nFaculty members from diverse institutions share their experience implementing green chemistry\, including their institutional journey. Topics include building departmental buy-in\, curriculum integration\, and overcoming barriers  \n\n\nPanelists include: \n\n\n\n\nGlenn Hurst\, University of York (confirmed)  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAndrea Oyewole\, Prairie View AMU (invited – confirming by June 11)  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFlavia Zacconi\, Pontificia Universidad Catolica De Chile (confirmed) \n\n\n\n\nGuided questions by moderators (will share with panelists in advance)\, also will open to audience questions \n\n1:45 – 2:00 PM | Table Conversations: Putting Ideas into Action (Omar Villanueva)  \n\nParticipants fill out action cards and/or put up action slide (padlet) – encouraged to connect with GCC signers in the room; Hand in card and/or fill out virtual form via padlet \n\n\nClosing thoughts by Jeffrey & Amy 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/catalyzing-change-in-chemistry-education-luncheon/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250705
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SUMMARY:39th Philippine Chemistry Congress
DESCRIPTION:The Philippine Association of Chemistry Teachers Inc. (PACT)\, in partnership with the Philippine Federation of Chemistry Societies (PFCS)\, is delighted to invite you to the 39th Philippine Chemistry Congress from July 2 to 4\, 2025\, at the Iloilo Convention Center (ICON)\, Mandurriao\, Iloilo City. The theme\, “Beyond the Orbitals: Exploring the Multi-Realms in Chemistry\,” promises an inspiring journey into the intersections of quantum science and chemistry. The Congress will bring together esteemed chemistry practitioners\, scientists\, and researchers from the industry\, academe\, and government agencies to discuss and highlight the scientific contributions of quantum science and technology to chemistry. We will focus on how these advancements drive research\, foster innovation\, and promote sustainable development. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Information About Event\nInformations about the 39th PCC\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration\n39PCC Registration
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/39th-philippine-chemistry-congress/
LOCATION:Iloilo\, Philippines
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:17th Green Chemistry Postgraduate Summer School (GCSS 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The 17th Green Chemistry Postgraduate Summer School (GCSS 2025) continues its tradition of fostering international collaboration and advancing Green Chemistry education. Building on past successes\, this prestigious event will bring together leading scientists\, industry experts\, and top postgraduate students to explore key topics\, including: \n✅ Benign synthesis routes & green catalysis\n✅ Alternative solvents & renewable materials\n✅ Sustainable polymers & clean processes\n✅ Green chemistry for energy & education \nWith support from sponsors\, scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students from developing countries\, covering both virtual and on-site participation. Participants will also have the opportunity to present their research in poster sessions\, with awards for the best contributions. \nBeyond learning\, GCSS 2025 provides a platform for networking\, knowledge exchange\, and global research collaboration. The event will take place both in-person in Venice and online. \n🌱 Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the future of Green Chemistry!
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/17th-green-chemistry-postgraduate-summer-school-gcss-2025/
CATEGORIES:HigherEd Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
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SUMMARY:Bridging the Gap: Green Chemistry Innovation and Education Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the NYS Pollution Prevention Institute and Beyond Benign\, this one-day workshop will bring together industry professionals\, K-12 educators\, and higher education faculty and staff\, and will facilitate conversation and collaboration for applying green chemistry practices across all levels. The event is free to attend. \nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Light Breakfast \n\n9:00 – 9:15 a.m. Welcome Remarks\, Beyond Benign \n\n9:15 – 10:00 a.m. John Warner\, The Technology Greenhouse; Golisano Institute for Sustainability\, RIT \n\n10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Connecting K-12\, Higher Ed & Industry: Engaging multiple levels of education\, Sarah Briggs\, Program Manager\, NYSP2I \n\n10:30 – 10:45 a.m. Break \n\n10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. GCCoP Panel \n\n12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Lunch \n\n1:00 – 1:10 p.m. Afternoon Orientation \n\n1:15 – 2:30 p.m. Breakout Sessions: Short presentation and hands-on activities \n\n2:30 – 2:45 p.m. Break \n\n2:45 – 4:00 p.m. Breakout Sessions: Short presentation and hands-on activities\nTeaching: Audience – High school and higher education general chemistry and organic courses\nResearch: Audience – Higher education and industry\nService: Audience – Middle school teachers and higher education student groups \n\n4:05 – 4:30 p.m. Closing and Debrief \n\n4:30 – 5:00 p.m. Networking
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/bridging-the-gap-green-chemistry-innovation-and-education-workshop/
LOCATION:Roochester Institute of Technology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250514T164753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T175836Z
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SUMMARY:IUPAC World Chemistry Congress
DESCRIPTION:This marks the first time that the IUPAC Congress and General Assembly are taking place in an ASEAN country\, and this has created immense enthusiasm and excitement among chemists from this part of the world. The theme of IUPAC 2025\, “Chemistry for Sustainable Future”\, underscores our commitment to exploring chemistry’s pivotal role in addressing global sustainability challenges. In addition to the scientific sessions on various disciplines in chemistry\, IUPAC 2025 also includes a special cluster of symposia on “Chemistry and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)” focusing on chemistry providing solutions and remedies to SDGs. \nAs we celebrate the 50th Edition of the biennial World Chemistry Congress\, we’ll also commemorate “100 years of Excellence in Chemistry Research and Innovations” at the 50WCC. Additionally\, there will also be a cluster of special themed symposia covering topics such as gender\, diversity\, equity & inclusiveness\, professionalism & code of ethics\, young chemists’ networks\, world chemistry leadership programmes\, chemical weapons convention\, emerging technologies & innovations in chemistry\, and other relevant subjects. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nMore information about Beyond Benign’s presence at this conference will be made available soon.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/iupac-world-chemistry-congress-2/
LOCATION:Kuala Lumpur
CATEGORIES:Higher Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250725
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250529T191813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T192723Z
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SUMMARY:ChemEd 2025
DESCRIPTION:Description \nIn 2025\, ChemEd will be hosted by Colorado School of Mines (First ChemEd ever hosted in Colorado!) . The conference will take place on campus allowing for hands-on labs\, workshops\, and demonstrations\, along with a variety of events focused on teaching chemistry. It is a chance to be part of a community of dedicated and involved science educators. \nThe first ChemEd was held at the University of Waterloo and has matured having established many ChemEd traditions\, such as the Reg Friesen lecture\, an ice cream social\, children/family program\, Mole Day breakfast and Mole Stroll/Run. The end-of-conference celebration showcasing the hosting community was a tradition that began in its inaugural year. \nWho should attend? \n\n\nThis biennial conference is the largest in North America for educators involved in teaching high school and introductory chemistry. It is an opportunity for educators to gather for five days to learn and exchange their teaching ideas in a friendly and motivating environment. In recent years\, the conference attendance has ranged from 400 to 800 educators.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/12806/
LOCATION:Golden\, Colorado
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250724
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250604T142818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T142818Z
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SUMMARY:BioQUEST's BIOME 2025
DESCRIPTION:BioQUEST is excited to announce applications for the virtual BIOME 2025 (July 21-23)\, an event to challenge the status quo and drive meaningful transformation in STEMM education\, are now open! This year’s theme of Catalysts for Change: Empowering Faculty to Move Forward Together\, for educators\, researchers\, and innovators to come together\, share experiences\, and gain the support they need to navigate today’s challenges in STEMM education. BioQUEST is excited to welcome participants to engage in open conversations about teaching through adversity\, exchanging new ideas\, and working together to find creative solutions. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the movement shaping the future of STEMM education. The general application deadline is May 16\, and more information can be found in the BIOME 2025 page.  \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/bioquests-biome-2025/
CATEGORIES:Teacher Training Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250725
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250708T131920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T131939Z
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SUMMARY:38th Philippine Chemistry Congress (38PCC) and 2024 International Conference on Chemistry (IC2)
DESCRIPTION:The Philippine Chemistry Congress is the biggest annual conference of chemists\, chemistry educators and chemistry researchers in the Philippines. This brings chemists from academe\, industry and government together in one venue to interact\, share new knowledge and to collaborate. The 38th PCC & 2024 IC2 will also feature technical exhibitors who will be able to showcase new products that can improve your performance and productivity\, create partnerships\, and generate new ideas. \n\n\n\n\n\nWho: Chemists\, chemistry educators\, and researchers in the Philippines\nWhat: The biggest annual gathering of chemists in the Philippines\nWhere: Davao del Sur\, Philippines\nWhen: 07/22/2025 (Annual)
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/38th-philippine-chemistry-congress-38pcc-and-2024-international-conference-on-chemistry-ic2/
LOCATION:Davao\, Philippines
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250708T144759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T175756Z
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SUMMARY:ACS GCI Green & Sustainable Chemistry Summer School
DESCRIPTION:The ACS Green and Sustainable Chemistry Summer School (GSCSS) is a highly selective week-long program for graduate students and postdoctoral chemists and engineers. Each year\, approximately 60 exceptional students from North\, Central\, and South America and the Caribbean are selected from a large pool of applicants and gather for this fully funded once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The American Chemical Society pays for all eligible travel and program costs. \nOrganized and hosted by the Green Chemistry Institute since 2003\, the summer school typically features more than a dozen expert instructors who share knowledge and skills from across a broad spectrum of topics directly relevant to green chemistry and sustainability. Throughout the program\, students attend lectures and interactive study/project sessions\, present posters about their own research\, hold discussions\, and spend time networking both with each other and the GSCSS faculty. Alumni of this program have gone on to become leaders in many green chemistry and sustainability-related fields and provide participants with an extensive network of professional contacts.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/acs-gci-green-sustainable-chemistry-summer-school/
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,General,Higher Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250604T143250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T143250Z
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SUMMARY:Safer Science Summit\, Boston
DESCRIPTION:The Safer Science Summit is an immersive event that empowers teachers to enhance safety practices in their school by deepening their understanding of lab safety regulations and protocols in STEM education. \nWhat you get to experience: \n\nImmersive workshop with breakout sessions for teachers (grades 6-12) and higher-ed faculty\n“Train-the-trainer” day for lab inspections and chemical management systems\nHands-on lab demonstrations\nSafety in Leadership workshop for administrators\n\n 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/safer-science-summit-boston/
CATEGORIES:Teacher Training Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250604T143735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T145701Z
UID:10000533-1753660800-1754092799@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:Safer Science Summit - Newberg (Portland)
DESCRIPTION:The Safer Science Summit is an immersive event that empowers teachers to enhance safety practices in their school by deepening their understanding of lab safety regulations and protocols in STEM education. \nWhat you get to experience: \n\nImmersive workshop with breakout sessions for teachers (grades 6-12) and higher-ed faculty\n“Train-the-trainer” day for lab inspections and chemical management systems\nHands-on lab demonstrations\nSafety in Leadership workshop for administrators\n\nAll sessions run 8:00am to 4:00pm PT (11:00am to 7:00pm ET)\, with the exception of the last day as a half day.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/safer-science-summit-newberg-portland/
CATEGORIES:Teacher Training Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T070000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250729T164426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T133105Z
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SUMMARY:Green Chemistry Connections
DESCRIPTION:The ARC Training Centre for Green Chemistry in Manufacturing is transforming and revitalizing Australian Manufacturing through the adoption of green and sustainable chemical technologies. \nJoin us on August 13th to learn more about this incredible work! During this Green Chemistry Connections session\, we’ll be joined by the center’s director and three PhD students who are working with the center to bring Green Chemistry to industry partners: \n• Tony Patti | Director\, ARC Training Centre for Green Chemistry in Manufacturing\n• Elizabeth Phua | PhD Student\, Monash University\n• Xuejiao (Sarah) Cao | PhD Student\, Flinders University\n• Karin Luize Mazur | PhD Student\, Deakin University \nAugust 13th from 7-9 p.m. AEST / 5-7 a.m. EDT.\nThis session was rescheduled from May. If you aren’t already registered for the series\, register below:
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/green-chemistry-connections-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250822
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250708T153821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T184009Z
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SUMMARY:ACS Fall Meeting 2025
DESCRIPTION:ACS Meetings & Expositions are where chemistry professionals meet to share ideas and advance scientific and technical knowledge. By attracting thousands of chemical professionals\, the meetings provide excellent opportunities for sharing your passion for chemistry\, connecting with one of the world’s largest scientific societies\, and advancing your career in this ever-changing global economy. \n \n  \n\nBeyond Benign Affiliated Talks: \n“Introducing students to green chemistry with real-world examples: A template for building case studies” \nProf. Thomas Umile; Thursday\, August 21\, 2025 from 8:25 AM – 8:45 AM; Room 142 – Walter E. Washington Convention Center \n  \n 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/acs-fall-2025/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Higher Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250718T161617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T160121Z
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SUMMARY:2YC CHAS Chat: Green Chemistry Resources and Solvent Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:This free\, interactive discussion will begin with a demonstration of two GCI resources: Reagent Guides and an Acid-Base Selection Tool. \n\n\nPlease join the Division of Chemical Health and Safety (CHAS) from 4:00 – 5:00 PM EDT on Thursday\, August 21st for our next virtual CHAS Chat: Green Chemistry Resources and Solvent Alternatives. This free\, interactive discussion will begin with a demonstration by the Assistant Director of the ACS Green Chemistry Institute (GCI)\, Edmond Lam\, of two GCI resources: Reagent Guides and an Acid-Base Selection Tool. Xavier University Teaching Professor Kendra Denlinger will then discuss how to apply green chemistry and sustainability to teaching laboratories. Higher Education Content Manager at Beyond Benign\, Monica Soma Hensley\, will close the presentation portion of the CHAS Chat with an introduction to this nonprofit organization and their teaching and learning platform. \nThe CHAS Two-Year College (2YC) Community of Practice welcomes individuals who are interested in chemical health and safety in two-year colleges and similar institutions. To support faculty\, staff\, and students at such institutions\, the Community hosts CHAS Chats on a quarterly basis. You do not need to officially join the 2YC Community or be affiliated with a two-year college to join the CHAS Chat. Contact Dwayne Henry at Dwayne.Henry@montgomerycollege.edu with any questions.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/2yc-chas-chat-green-chemistry-resources-and-solvent-alternatives/
CATEGORIES:Higher Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250811T152235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T152235Z
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SUMMARY:Making the Case: Building a Sustainable Chemistry Minded Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Fluctuations in political\, economic\, and R&D cycles may introduce uncertainty and necessitate the reallocation of resources\, which can affect the adoption of sustainable chemistry and greener processes. Such disruptions have the potential to compromise long-term business resilience\, elevate risk levels\, and adversely impact both human health and the environment. Continuing to advance sustainable chemistry in a changing environment requires continued policy\, investment\, and market commitments. \nTo ensure sustainable chemistry remains a priority\, demonstrating and communicating its positive impact on all business functions and through the value chain is critical. During this webinar series\, subject matter experts will share tools and insights to assist champions with effectively “making the case”. Structured as a series of discussions\, attendees will have the unique opportunity to pre-competitively engage with the speakers and other companies facing similar challenges. \nDuring the first 3 webinars\, experts shared the benefits of sustainable chemistry for investors\, on domestic manufacturing\, and business health. This webinar builds on these conversations by highlighting the need for education – both in academia and for workforce development – in order to build a workforce with sustainable chemistry knowledge and skill sets. Juan Colberg from Pfizer will discuss the business benefits of a sustainability minded workforce and needs to attract this talent. Amy Cannon from Beyond Benign will share how our community can support students and educators in training the next generation for success. \n*This webinar is available to Change Chemistry members only.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/making-the-case-building-a-sustainable-chemistry-minded-workforce/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250530T150327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T150327Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Innovators Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Innovators Roundtable will be an opportunity for Change Chemistry members and non-members to engage with leading innovators\, investors\, and government officials in the green and sustainable chemistry space. \nStructured as a series of dialogues exploring topics\, the gathering will provide attendees with opportunities to meet and engage with key players from across the globe. \nThe 2025 Innovators Roundtable will be hosted by Battelle in Columbus\, Ohio and will consist of participants from companies across sectors and the value chain as well as consultants\, academics\, government\, and non-profits.\n \nLearn more about past Innovators Roundtables here. 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/2025-innovators-roundtable/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250814T135535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T135535Z
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SUMMARY:My Green Lab Global Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:The My Green Lab Global Summit 2025\nThis event will unite the global scientific community to confront the most urgent sustainability challenges of our time. This year’s theme\, Rising to the Challenge\, addresses both the urgency and the opportunity facing science\, from adapting to a shifting regulatory and funding landscape to strengthening trust through transparency and third party verification. \nDuring the summit\, we will spotlight the newly enhanced My Green Lab® Certification and ACT® Ecolabel programs\, sharing early successes and real-world impact from organizations leading the way. You’ll also hear progress updates from our three-year strategic plan and learn how our tools are uniquely positioned to help organizations navigate evolving global regulations around lab sustainability\, especially those targeting greenwashing. \nSpeakers from around the world will share bold ideas and practical strategies to help science remain a powerful force for progress\, even as it faces political and economic headwinds. \nThis global gathering will foster resilience\, action\, and collaboration. Whether you’re just beginning your sustainability journey or driving it forward\, the 2025 Summit will challenge and inspire you to go further. Let’s rise to the challenge together.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/my-green-lab-global-summit-2025/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250530T154017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T175345Z
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SUMMARY:NOBCChE 2025: Still I Thrive! Flourishing in Scientific\, Technical\, and Academic Environments
DESCRIPTION:Description \nThe annual conference creates a venue for scientific dialogue through technical programming\, as well as personal and professional development for students and early/mid-career professionals. \nSome of our signature events include the Winifred Burks-Houck Luncheon\, the Percy Julian Luncheon\, and the NOBCChE Awards Ceremony! \nAdvancing Science Conference Grant Applications \nUndergraduate students\, graduate students and post-docs may apply for an ASCG grant to assist with conference costs through the Call for Technical Abstracts. \nTo qualify for a grant:\n– Graduate Students and Post-Docs will need to present a podium talk or a poster. Submissions of this type closed on April 3\, 2025. \n– Undergraduate students may present a poster\, or apply for a grant without submitting an abstract.  REU Poster submissions and non-abstract Grant submissions are open until June 17\, 2025.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/nobcche-2025-still-i-thrive-flourishing-in-scientific-technical-and-academic-environments/
CATEGORIES:Higher Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250902T154250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T154250Z
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SUMMARY:Affordable\, Equitable Clean Water Availability: A Materials-Based Approach
DESCRIPTION:Are you an aspiring chemist\, a passionate climate advocate\, or an interested member of the public? Do you want to change the world through science? Join us throughout 2025 to learn from experts in the field leading the charge to solve existential\, world needs through chemistry. \nDuring this webinar series\, speakers will orient their presentations around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) Top 10 Emerging Technologies to demonstrate the power that chemists hold in shaping and preserving the future. Each talk will be accompanied by short videos on the topic geared toward high school and university chemistry students as well as the general public. \nThis series is hosted by Beyond Benign and the IUPAC Committee on Chemical Research Applied to World Needs (CHEMRAWN). Register below and invite your friends and colleagues! \n \n  \n  \n  \n\nDepartment of Chemistry\, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay \nThe total volume of water on earth is constant at 1021 liters. India has 4% of the global fresh-water resources with ~20% of the global population. Therefore\, majority of Indian sub-continent is suffering from acute water stress. Equitable access to clean potable water is both a direct\, important target of United National Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 6) and simultaneously carries significance to several other SDGs (SDG 3\,7\,13\,15). Therefore\, sustainable\, cost-effective and affordable recovery of freshwater from contaminated water feedstock is the need of the hour to ensure it equitable access. \nSolar-thermal interfacial evaporation offers immense and hitherto untapped potential for energy-efficient\, sustainable freshwater production. However\, fundamental challenges in materials and system-design result in low water evaporation rates (Rw < 1-2 kgm-2h-1) and even lower solar-freshwater productivity (SWP). Further\, the lack of thermally and chemically stable materials that can operate in extreme salinities such as seawater without fouling or degrading is a major bottleneck that limits the wider adaptation of the technology. \nThis Talk would describe an ultra-thin\, porosity-engineered polymeric scaffold (poly-HIPE\, PH) that is anisotropically coated with nanostructured carbon florets (NCF) to deliver high solar-thermal conversion efficiency (η-STC = 84%)\, excellent Rw (6.5 kgm-2h-1) and exceptional SWP (3.5 Lm-2h-1) from sea-water. A few salient features of the material are\n(a) Thinnest such membrane with no-signs of fouling over 30 days in sea-water\, achieving\n(b) Salt-rejection of ~95% with facile reusability for over 30 days\,\n(c) Producing freshwater of ~20 liters per m2 area per day at\n(d) Lowest CO2 footprint (< 3 W/L\, ~3 g /L) \nFundamental insights of materials-design to address the exothermic water-evaporation step that are synergized with systems-design approaches to achieve these key performance indices would be discussed in the talk.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/affordable-equitable-clean-water-availability-a-materials-based-approach/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250922T145523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T152208Z
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SUMMARY:Regenerative Metropolis ’25 – Passive House as Foundation to System Integration
DESCRIPTION:Passive house’s reliable and superior energy performance with its myriad of co-benefits\, is the cornerstone of the architectural solutions we require to be able to thrive. It is a firm foundation upon which we can build a regenerative society that repairs ecosystems damage\, reverses it\, and begins to increase all life.  There is a rising consciousness emerging revealing how comprehensive the field of sustainability is truly required to be if we are to meaningfully move towards regeneration. Only by broadening the lenses of our understanding can we take advantage of synergies of our actions across systems\, and exponentially increase positive impacts. \nFor this year’s symposium\, we invited you to submit proposals showcasing how passive house design relates to any aspects of regenerative design that are dear to your interests or practice.  We had an enthusiastic response from diverse locations and perspectives\, all with inspiring examples of reaching for Regeneration and how Passive House was\, or in some cases was not\, a cornerstone of the strategy. \nIn the spirit of this symposium’s continual drive to integrate various disciplines through architecture\, we also invited a scientist focused on Green Chemistry to close out the day and inspire us with efforts in that movement to address issues upstream. \nPlease join our tireless community for what we believe will be an inspiring\, challenging\, yet hopeful day!
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/regenerative-metropolis-25-passive-house-as-foundation-to-system-integration/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150222
CREATED:20250825T153642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T153642Z
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SUMMARY:Ask me Anything with Dr. Deborah Bromfield Lee
DESCRIPTION:From September 30th to October 3rd\, Dr. Bromfield Lee\, Associate Professor of Chemistry at Florida Southern College\, will share her insights and expertise with the community. Deborah’s research focuses on green chemistry education in the organic chemistry lecture and laboratory\, as well as synthesis projects using green chemistry principles and metrics. Get your questions ready and meet us in the forums!
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/ask-me-anything-with-dr-deborah-bromfield-lee/
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251002
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SUMMARY:2025 AISES National Conference
DESCRIPTION:2025 National Conference\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 2-4\, 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMinneapolis\, Minnesota\n\n\n\n\nThe Annual AISES National Conference is a unique\, three-day event focusing on educational\, professional\, and workforce development for Indigenous peoples of North America and the Pacific Islands in science\, technology\, engineering\, and math (STEM) studies and careers.\n\n\n\n\nLearn More\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe AISES National Conference isn’t just an event—it’s a transformative experience that connects\, empowers\, and inspires Indigenous People in STEM. \nThe conference includes: \n\nLargest college and career fair in Indian Country\nResearch competitions\nMulti-sessions and multi-tracks in STEM\, business\, research and educator topics\nImpressive keynote speakers\nOpening and closing ceremonies including entertainment\nStudent awards ceremony\nNetworking suites\nTalking Circles\nTraditional Powwow and Indigenous Artisan Marketplace\nSTEM Activity Day\nhackAISES (hackathon)\n\nWho Can Benefit from the Conference? \nThe conference is open to anyone who wishes to participate and learn. \nStudents: High school\, undergraduate\, and graduate students exploring or pursuing STEM. \nProfessionals: STEM experts looking to connect\, mentor\, or recruit. \nEducators: Teachers\, counselors\, and mentors guiding Indigenous students in STEM. \nPartners: Organizations seeking diverse talent and partnerships. \nFamilies: Parents and guardians supporting students’ STEM aspirations.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/aises-national-conference/
LOCATION:Minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Conference
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