Henry H. Storch Award in Energy Chemistry
The Henry H. Storch Award in Energy Chemistry recognizes individuals for research, development, and education that address energy and chemical challenges, and gives recipients a forum to present their work.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: August 5, 2026 (nominations open) | December 5, 2026 (nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 and a certificate; up to $2,500 in reimbursed meeting travel expenses
Summary: An annual award recognizing distinguished contributions to energy-related research, development, and education.
Key Information: The recipient delivers an award address at an ACS Division of Energy and Fuels symposium.
Description
The American Chemical Society’s Henry H. Storch Award in Energy Chemistry recognizes an individual whose fundamental or engineering research and development, and education, address the world’s energy and chemical challenges. Relevant work includes hydrocarbon fuels, energy storage, renewable energy sources, fuel cells, and solar photovoltaics.
The award is supported by an endowed fund established by the ACS Division of Energy and Fuels. It honors Henry H. Storch, a physical chemist known for contributions to coal chemistry and catalysis. The recipient presents the work being recognized at a division symposium during the ACS National Meeting.
