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The Goals of GCI

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Raise awareness

 

It is the mission of the GCI to raise awareness about green chemistry in order to facilitate sustainable practices within the chemistry and chemical engineering community at UCONN.

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Educate

 

GCI strives to educate scientists and engineers about important green chemistry concepts that are relevant to chemical research and the community at large.

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Collaborate

 

The GCI intends to accomplish this mission through seminars, workshops, and networking engagements

What is Green Chemistry

  • Green Chemistry is just a different way of thinking about how chemistry and chemical engineering can be done in a safer and more efficient way
  • The design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the use or generation of hazardous substances. Including its design, manufacture, use, and ultimate disposal.
  • Learn more about the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry 
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Contact Us

uconn.gci@gmail.com
Address: Chemistry Building
55 North Eaglevile Rd.
Storrs, CT 06269

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