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Through March 31

The ACS Green Chemistry Institute® invites you to register for its 30th annual conference, taking place June 15–18, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas.

Explore how chemistry and chemical engineering contribute to industrial transformation, resilient infrastructure, responsible innovation, and the reduction of hazardous chemical pollution to advance worker safety, product safety, and healthier communities—especially those most impacted—in pursuit of a more sustainable future for all.

Key Info

  • Dates: June 15-18, 2026

  • Location: San Antonio, TX

  • Format: In-person only

  • Early Registration Deadline: March 31, 2026

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    Early
    Registration

    Open: Feb 10 – Mar 31
    Full (General) $449
    Full (Industry) $549*
    One Day $199
    Students & Postdocs    $99


    Registration Discount for ACS Members (Premium Package)

    Full (General) $359
    Full (Industry) $459*
    One Day $179
    Students & Postdocs    $29

    *Includes Industry Reception and subsidizes a student attendee

    Advanced Registration

    Open: Apr 1 – May 14
    Full (General) $649
    Full (Industry) $749
    One Day $299
    Students & Postdocs $179

    Registration Discount for ACS Members (Premium Package)

    Full (General) $449
    Full (Industry) $549
    One Day $229
    Students & Postdocs    $49

    Standard Registration

    Open: May 15 – June 18
    Full (General) $749
    Full (Industry) $849
    One Day $399
    Students & Postdocs $239

    Registration Discount for ACS Members (Premium Package)

    Full (General) $499
    Full (Industry) $599
    One Day $249
    Students & Postdocs    $79

    Special Registration Categories

    50-Year ACS Member

    $0
    Has been an ACS member for 50 or more years (Premium Package)

    Group Discount (In-Person)

    20% Off
    Groups of 5 or more faculty or 10 or more students from the same institution qualify for a group discount of 20% off the group registration. Faculty/student combinations are acceptable with a 1:2 ratio (see graphic below for a few examples of qualified groups).

    Group discount chart

    The group contact (student or faculty) must first register, and once registered, they will click on the Group Registration button on the Registration Summary page. The group contact should have each attendee’s name and email available. Once registered an automatic discount will be applied to the entire registrant fee. If you have any further questions about the group discount, please email gceconferences@acs.org.

    Guest (In-Person)

    $50

    (E.g., a family member not affiliated with the chemical enterprise; guests have access to meals and receptions)

    Unemployed, Retired or Emeritus

    $0
    ACS Members (Premium Package)
    In-Person

    $79
    Non-ACS Members In-Person Access

    Become an ACS Member and save on your meeting registration!

    As an ACS member with the Premium Package, you receive a significant discount on the GC&E Conference, as well as access to many more benefits. Become a member before you register for the meeting to receive the discount.

    Benefits of Attending

    • Daily Keynotes

    • 40+ Technical Sessions: Innovative research and cross-cutting topics in green and sustainable chemistry and engineering, with an emphasis on symposia that highlight medical breakthroughs, new technologies, and efforts to eliminate or reduce hazardous chemical pollution promoting longer and healthier lives.

    • GC&E Poster Session & Reception: Central to the conference, the GC&E poster session provides time to discuss research while enjoying snacks and beverages. Students are invited to participate in a poster competition for prizes.

    • GC&E Expo and Innovation Hub: Interact with exhibitors, engage in interactive demos, and pick up your green chemistry swag!

    • Professional Development and Technical Workshops: A variety of workshops will be available on June 15. Certificate of completion are available.

    • GC&E Global: Participate in our virtual pre-conference sessions on Fridays leading up to the week of June 15.

    • Opening Night Awards Ceremony: Register for this celebratory event that includes a plated dinner when you sign up ($30).

    • Student Workshop: Students and Postdocs are invited to participate in a special student workshop on June 15.

    • Daily Luncheons: Attend special events, including the Empower Together Luncheon, Start-Up Showcase, and ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering Lectureship Award Luncheon. 

    • GC&E Social and Special Events: Daily Networking Breakfasts, Empower Together Luncheon, Start-Up Showcase, and more.

    • ACS GCI Industrial Roundtable Poster Reception: Invited industry networking session sponsored by the ACS GCI Pharmaceutical Roundtable and ACS GCI Natural Polymers Consortium