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Green Chemistry

Green chemistry is the design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the generation of hazardous substances. EPA's efforts to speed the adoption of this revolutionary and diverse discipline have led to significant environmental benefits, innovation and a strengthened economy.

Basics of Green Chemistry

basics of green chemistry

Green Chemistry Challenge

Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge awards

Funding for Green Chemistry

green chemistry funding

Resources and Related Information

green chemistry resources

Related EPA Green Chemistry Information

Green Chemistry Challenge Awards

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2023 Green Chemistry Challenge Awards Nomination Package (pdf) (276.53 KB, August 2022)
View an informational webinar about the Green Chemistry Challenge Awards.
2023 Green Chemistry Challenge Awards Webinar (pdf) (710.32 KB)
Nominations are due Dec. 9, 2022.
Congratulations to the winners of the 2022 Green Chemistry Challenge Awards!

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