Department of Chemistry
Green Chemistry Centre of Excellence
The GCCE is an international flagship for the promotion of sustainable chemistry
- Professor Mark Mascal, UC Davis
The Green Chemistry Centre of Excellence (GCCE) is a world-leading academic facility for pioneering pure and applied green and sustainable chemical research through its technology platforms on microwave chemistry, alternative solvents, clean synthesis and bio-based mesoporous materials. Our facilities allow us to work from grams to kilograms with a strong emphasis on waste valorisation and clean technologies. The GCCE also provides high quality education and training programmes and develops strategic partnerships with global corporations and world-leading universities.
Facilities
- State-of-the-art laboratories
- an instrumentation room
- a reactor room
- A bespoke Industrial Engagement Facility, part-funded by the ERDF, with a capacity of over 100 personnel.
Research
The group works at the frontiers of green chemistry research in areas including:
Education
- MSc In Green Chemistry & Sustainable Industrial Technology
- Solvent Selection and Substitution: Online CPD course
PhD Vacancies
Industry
We work closely with industry to deliver competitive tailor-made green solutions that are more profitable and less wasteful.
Our people
Latest News
University of York partners with industry in PhD pilot
March 2020
Almost £1 million of funding secured for bioeconomy research
February 2020
Perspectives on the Circular Economy
January 2020
What is Green Chemistry?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-iJJzWQ1kA
Making a sustainable biorefinery from waste
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZL1ZuoIBsXE&feature=youtu.be