Environmental Science: Green Chemistry
Sustainable chemistry, green innovation, and community impact.
Science beyond the classroom
Data-driven posters
We create eye-catching posters that communicate environmental data and research to the school community.
Research books
The Green Chemistry Club explores how chemistry can mitigate environmental issues and transform people's lives toward a greener future by investing in sustainable innovations. Specifically, our club exists to teach students ways in which they could redesign products and manufacturing processes to address the root of climate change and pollution by eliminating the generation of hazardous substances. This club serves not exclusively in examining the chemistry theories behind the green action but will also engage in hands-on experiments where club members will get the chance to apply their chemistry knowledge to generate renewable products, such as creating biodegradable casein plastic from milk. In addition, our club meetings will include progressive lecture lessons based on the 12 fundamental principles of Green Chemistry, where students will gain a more precise understanding of the frameworks that green chemists use when addressing environmental problems. Through club meetings, students will be able to enhance their knowledge in chemistry and connect abstract chemistry concepts to real environmental challenges, in which they will explore ways to apply their knowledge in society that could potentially help to save the world from pollution. Students need to have at least one year lab experience to join.
Repurpose & charity
We collect items, upcycle them creatively, and sell at charity fairs to fund environmental projects.
Knowledge bowls
Interdisciplinary quizzes that challenge students on ecology, climate science, and environmental policy.
Requirements
1+ year lab experience required; 1+ year experience required
Potential projects
Water quality study
Monthly testing of local pond – data shared with city environmental board.
Biodiversity mapping
Cataloging species on campus using iNaturalist.
Air quality sensors
Building low-cost sensors to monitor PM2.5 around school.
Native plant guide
Illustrated guide to local flora – soon to be published.
Leaders & advisor
Vivi
Student Leader
Felix Gervais
Club Advisor
Community impact
Poster campaigns
Monthly themes: recycling, water conservation, climate action.
Charity repurposing
Turn collected items into planters, art – sold for donations.
Quarterly cleanups
Local parks and rivers – data on trash collected.
Knowledge bowls
Annual competition with other schools.