Beyond Benign

Beyond Benign Beyond Benign promotes sustainability & green chemistry in science education to create an environmentally, socially, and economically prosperous world.

Beyond Benign is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit educational organization. Beyond Benign's mission is to support all educators, scientists and citizens globally with the scientific tools required to teach and practice green chemistry in order to create a sustainable future.

05/29/2026

Last chance! Enroll in a K-12 Professional Development Course by June 2nd! ⏳

Integrating into K-12 classrooms can support student engagement, increase student learning in STEM subjects, and inspire the next generation of changemakers to design and choose greener alternative products. 🌱

That's why we are excited to offer several professional opportunities for middle and high school science teachers. See a snapshot of this year's offerings below, and find all the details here: https://buff.ly/uJtw7xK

📚 Enroll in an online course by June 2nd:
• Sustainable Science: Contextualizing Chemistry Through Safer Hands-On Labs
• Introduction to Green Chemistry for High School Teachers
• Advanced Green Chemistry: Connections to Our World

💬 Apply for the Beyond Benign Green Chemistry Fellowship by June 1st:
Implement green chemistry lessons in your classroom and lab with support from expert teacher Annette Sebuyira! This opportunity is for lab-based science teachers in New York who have taken the "Introduction to Green Chemistry for High School Teachers" course and wish to take (or have previously taken) the "Advanced Green Chemistry" course this year.

👋 New York teachers: Thanks to our partners, NYS Pollution Prevention Institute, courses are free for teachers in NY. Plus, you can earn up to 48 CTLE credit hours! For more details, contact [email protected].

The fifth principle of , “Safer Solvents and Auxiliaries,” states that auxiliary substances, such as solvents and separ...
05/28/2026

The fifth principle of , “Safer Solvents and Auxiliaries,” states that auxiliary substances, such as solvents and separation agents, should be unnecessary whenever possible and harmless when used. 🧪

Solvents often enable chemical reactions but can also generate significant waste and pose hazards, including toxicity, flammability, and environmental persistence. Principle 5 encourages chemists to rethink these materials and ask: are they needed at all, and if so, is there a safer option?

This principle shifts focus from the end product to the entire process, encouraging safer alternatives and fewer unnecessary materials to enhance efficiency and minimize risks.

🧑‍🔬➡️ Learn more about the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry here: https://buff.ly/tYEUQXg

📣 Share this fellowship opportunity for high school teachers in New York! Confidently implement lessons in your high s...
05/28/2026

📣 Share this fellowship opportunity for high school teachers in New York!

Confidently implement lessons in your high school lab and classroom with support from expert teacher Annette Sebuyira! This four-month fellowship opportunity from Beyond Benign is for lab-based science teachers who have taken the "Introduction to Green Chemistry for High School Teachers" course and wish to take (or have previously taken) the "Advanced Green Chemistry" course.

This fellowship is available for up to five educators, who will have access to:

• Virtual classroom and lab observations by Annette
• Monthly meetings with support and reflection from the other Fellows
• Opportunities to share learning with peers
• 16 CTLE credit hours
• A $100 classroom gift card
• And more!

➡️ Apply by Monday, June 1st, or share this opportunity with your network! https://buff.ly/RfJhce9

In case you missed it: Beyond Benign is hiring a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to support a national effort to advance ...
05/27/2026

In case you missed it: Beyond Benign is hiring a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to support a national effort to advance education! 🌱

This full-time remote role offers early-career researchers in the U.S. the chance to contribute to faculty development, curriculum reform, STEM education research, and community-building in partnership with Monmouth University.

➡️ Learn more and apply by June 1st, or share this opportunity with your network: https://buff.ly/VWtXIo1

05/25/2026

The Green Chemistry Commitment (GCC) community continues to grow as higher ed institutions bring into courses, labs, and student research across the globe. 🌎 🎉 Please join us in welcoming three new signers:

• Adrian College is integrating green chemistry across its chemistry and biochemistry curriculum, starting in general chemistry and continuing through organic chemistry and advanced courses. Students also have opportunities to participate in green chemistry research and outreach.

• Sri Guru Gobind Singh College is advancing green chemistry through safer lab practices, greener nanoparticle synthesis, and undergraduate and postgraduate instruction that helps students compare conventional and green methods. The department is also planning seminars, workshops, and a new certificate course focused on sustainability.

• The University of Ibadan is embedding green chemistry across its chemistry programs, expanding student research opportunities, and promoting chemical processes that reduce hazardous substances and support sustainability.

🌱 Join the network of 270+ higher ed institutions dedicated to advancing ! Learn how to bring the GCC to your campus: https://buff.ly/SJ4cCc5

🌱 Join the network of 270+ higher ed institutions dedicated to advancing ! Learn how to bring the GCC to your campus: https://buff.ly/dmbZPxD

Discover innovative teaching and research in green analytical chemistry! Connect and collaborate with peers in the dedic...
05/22/2026

Discover innovative teaching and research in green analytical chemistry! Connect and collaborate with peers in the dedicated "Green Analytical Chemistry" group on the Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community (GCTLC). 💬 🧪

This group shares lab ideas, teaching materials, and greener approaches to analytical chemistry in lectures and labs. Join the conversation: https://buff.ly/j0JUYbb

groups are spaces where members exchange resources, ask questions, spark discussion, and build connections around specific topics. Log in to your account (or create your free profile!) to explore more groups.

Preparing students for a safer, more sustainable future starts with how chemistry is taught today! 🧪Our self-paced cours...
05/20/2026

Preparing students for a safer, more sustainable future starts with how chemistry is taught today! 🧪

Our self-paced course, "An Introduction to Undergraduate Green Chemistry Teaching and Practice," helps educators in higher ed settings build a strong foundation in and integrate sustainability, systems thinking, and environmental justice into their curriculum.

Across four interactive sessions, you will explore the history and applications of Green Chemistry, learn how to align your teaching with professional guidelines from organizations such as the American Chemical Society and The Royal Society, identify practical strategies for curriculum integration, and examine connections between chemistry, society, and environmental justice.

▶️ This course is available FREE to everyone for a limited time. Register today or share this opportunity with your network! https://buff.ly/U3IV71A

Join us tomorrow for the final Green Chemistry Connections session of the season! 🌍This month’s speakers will share how ...
05/19/2026

Join us tomorrow for the final Green Chemistry Connections session of the season! 🌍

This month’s speakers will share how they built careers beyond traditional academic paths while advancing sustainability and . Attendees will gain insight into career options, learn how these professionals navigated transitions, and leave with practical guidance for building meaningful work in sustainability.

💬 We’ll hear from:

• Suellen dos Santos Frank | Technical Fellow for BCA Sustainability at The Boeing Company
• Dr. Gregory Dale Smith | The Otto N. Frenzel III Senior Conservation Scientist at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields
• Dr. Paul Richardson | Director of Oncology Medicinal Chemistry at Pfizer

If you haven’t registered for this free webinar series, sign up today to join us and get access to the recording: https://buff.ly/4SAH9nk

Beyond Benign’s monthly newsletter is an excellent way to stay updated on new resources, educator opportunities, and c...
05/18/2026

Beyond Benign’s monthly newsletter is an excellent way to stay updated on new resources, educator opportunities, and community news. 🧪🌍

Each edition brings together practical classroom and lab resources, updates from the Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community ( ) and Green Chemistry Commitment (GCC) network, upcoming events, and ways to get involved in advancing green chemistry education.

Subscribe to receive our May newsletter directly to your inbox: https://buff.ly/xFQGb2A

The Soy Chemistry Curriculum gives educators a practical way to teach renewable feedstocks, real-world applications, and...
05/15/2026

The Soy Chemistry Curriculum gives educators a practical way to teach renewable feedstocks, real-world applications, and sustainable design through chemistry. 🌱🧪

Developed with educators and supported by Omni Tech International, Ltd. and the United Soybean Board, this free three-module resource introduces students to soy as a renewable feedstock through case studies, core chemistry concepts, and a hands-on lab experiment.

Educators are already implementing the resource in their classrooms. Access it for free on the Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community ( ): https://buff.ly/9uUYtfv

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