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Green chemistry, also known as sustainable chemistry, is the design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the use or generation of hazardous substances. Green chemistry applies across the life cycle of a chemical product, including its design, manufacture, and use. Read more about the concept of green chemistry.
2012 Green Chemistry Challenge Award Winners
On June 18, 2012, for the 17th year, EPA recognized pioneering green technologies that prevent pollution and help the United States move toward sustainability.
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Highlights
January 12, 2012 -- EPA and the California Department of Toxic Substance Control have signed an agreement that formalizes a partnership to push for safer alternatives to toxic chemicals in everyday products in California. Read the press release, and the agreement.
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Green chemistry technologies provide a number of benefits, including:
- reduced waste, eliminating costly end-of-the-pipe treatments
- safer products
- reduced use of energy and resources
- improved competitiveness of chemical manufacturers and their customers.
The primary way that EPA promotes green chemistry is through the prestigious Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Awards. EPA also supports green chemistry through projects and programs, including educational activities and research and development.
This site offers:
- Basic Information
- EPA Projects and Programs - Awards, Education, Grants, Partnerships, and Tools
- Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Awards - Program that Recognizes Outstanding Green Chemistry Technologies
- Green Chemistry Education
- Grants & Fellowships
- American Chemical Society Green Chemistry Institute
- International Activities
- Tools & Literature
- Documents