GSSPC 2024: BREAKING THE MOLD

Building Communication to Promote Green and Sustainable Practices

A collaborative effort towards a greener, more sustainable future can yield numerous benefits. By integrating the principles of green chemistry in academics as well as industrial spheres of research, we can ensure that our research and development efforts are geared towards environmental protection, preservation and conservation, public health and safety, and various other global concerns such as better-evolved power supply, reduction and disposal of waste, and recycling of chemicals. We can encourage a collaborative approach that harnesses academia and industry’s collective expertise, resources, and perspectives by voicing these concerns and actively engaging in dialogue. Collaborations can drive scientific and technological progress and pave the way for a greener and more environmentally conscious future, benefiting society as a whole. By fostering open communication between the two realms, we can work towards a cleaner and healthier world while simultaneously making progress in research and boosting economic growth.

  • Raise awareness about the relevance and need of green and sustainable chemistry in academic and industrial settings.
  • Establish a collaborative platform for the exchange of best practices among attendees
  • Promote the notion that sustainable practices are achievable without compromising quality, cost, and efficiency.

This symposium isn't just about chemistry; it's about chemists—especially those still amidst the thrilling challenges of graduate school.

Aspirations

Our Theme

Green and sustainable chemistry is a rapidly growing area of research that seeks to mitigate the adverse effects of current chemical practices on the environment. It focuses on designing and implementing products and processes that are more efficient, less hazardous, and have a reduced ecological footprint. Promoting green and sustainable chemistry is vital for achieving long-term environmental sustainability, safeguarding human health, driving innovation and economic growth, and tackling pressing global challenges like climate change and resource scarcity. Academia and industry play an essential role in this regard, and promoting communication between them is crucial in advancing this field. While academia delves into exploring and developing diverse ideas and methods to make them viable, industries center their attention on transforming these ideas into practical realities. Collaboration and synergy between academia and industry have the potential to drive innovation, advance scientific knowledge, and facilitate the translation of research discoveries into practical solutions.