Formed as an independent not-for-profit organization in 1997, the Green Chemistry Institute (GCI) joined the American Chemical Society in 2001. The GCI mission is to catalyze the implementation of innovative approaches to chemistry and engineering that enable sustainable development across the globe. With seven full-time staff members as of 2024, the GCI has four strategic goals, focusing on science, education, industry, and equity. Green chemistry, systems thinking, and DEIR are infused across all GCI activities; for more information on their diverse portfolio of impactful initiatives, visit the link below.