Green Chemistry Challenge Award
The ACS Green Chemistry Challenge Award honors innovative chemical technologies that advance sustainability by reducing hazardous substances and resource use across diverse scientific fields.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (submission window opens) | January 2027 (nomination/full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Recognition award; no direct monetary prize. One award per category (10 categories in 2026).
Summary: Recognizes innovative green chemistry technologies that reduce hazardous substances and advance sustainability in chemical processes and products.
Key Information: Federal employees cannot be nominees; significant U.S. component required.
Description
The Green Chemistry Challenge Award, administered by the American Chemical Society (ACS), honors outstanding chemical technologies that advance the principles of green chemistry. The program seeks to promote the environmental, human health, and economic benefits of innovations that reduce or eliminate hazardous substances, minimize resource consumption, and demonstrate sustainability throughout a product’s lifecycle. The 2026 cycle features ten award categories, reflecting advancements in diverse areas such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, specialty chemicals, circularity, energy applications, biomass valorization, and safer chemical design.
