The Federal Institute of Paraíba (in Portuguese: Instituto Federal da Paraíba – IFPB) is committed to advancing sustainability and environmental responsibility through the principles of Green Chemistry. As a signatory of the Green Chemistry Commitment (GCC), we are dedicated to integrating green chemistry into our educational and research programs, ensuring that students acquire the knowledge and skills needed to address global challenges. Our initiatives focus on promoting sustainable practices and fostering inclusive learning environments that support all students, including those with disabilities.

Chemistry Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry Education.

1) Green Maker Lab; greenmakerlab@ifpb.edu.br

– Incorporate lectures about green chemistry principles;
– Work more with local high school teachers in the area;
– Engage undergraduate students and professors in green chemistry research to develop inclusive experiments that prioritize accessibility for all.
– The long-term goal is to integrate green chemistry into all lectures, disciplines and labs.

Journals: J. Chem. Educ., Green Chem., Green Chem. Lett. Rev., Curr. Green Chem., ChemSusChem, Quím. Nova, QNEsc, among others.

Books: Green Chemistry: Theory and Practice, by Paul Anastas and John Warner, Oxford University Press, 1998, among others.

Websites: https://www.epa.gov/greenchemistry, https://www.beyondbenign.org, https://wp.ufpel.edu.br/wwverde/, among others.

Instagram: @green_maker_lab, @beyondbenign, @greenchemistry.yale, among others.