Reactions to the 2012 GreenUp event: 

“Great to bring together a knowledgeable group to focus on a key societal issue.”

“There were a number of excellent leads for pursuing the development of green chemistry technologies.”

“Just hosting this was a great thing. Keep it up. We need a lot more of this type of communication and networking.”

“Please continue to keep the focus. The collaboration, sense of enthusiasm and commitment are very encouraging. The State of Michigan needs to "reinvent" its economy, and doing so through green chemistry simply makes sense. The state is surrounded by some of the largest bodies of fresh water in the world; we need to develop the "benign" chemistries that will preserve them for ‘the seventh generation,’ as our Native American ancestors might say!”

Upcoming Training

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The DEQ promotes wise management of Michigan's air, land, and water resources to support a sustainable environment, healthy communities, and vibrant economy.

2013 Michigan Green Chemistry and Engineering Conference: Designing a Sustainable Michigan

October 23-24, 2013

Eberhard Center at Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids

Register today - seats are still available!

GreenUp Highlights

October 23rd

• American Chemical Society Career Workshop and resume reviews
• 101 Green Chemistry and Engineering Workshop
• Networking reception with exhibitors

October 24th

• 5th Annual Michigan Green Chemistry Governor's Awards
• Keynote presentation by Terry Collins, Professor of Green Chemistry and Director of the Institute for Green Science at Carnegie Mellon
• Over 15 breakout session speakers
• Poster session and student poster contest with prize $
• NEW THIS YEAR - Exhibitors and resume reviews!
  

Conference information, agenda, and registration here

For researchers, chemists, engineers, industry CEOs, students, educators, entrepreneurs, and policymakers, this conference provides an excellent opportunity to hear and share ideas on how we can best "green up" Michigan through green chemistry and engineering. Conference attendees will learn how green chemistry and engineering not only protects human health and the environment, but can also help businesses create new markets, reduce costs, and gain a competitive edge.         

For questions, contact Jennifer Acevedo at 517-335-3203 or acevedoj@michigan.gov.

Register here!