Chair: Youssef Habibi
Co-Chair: Imane Bjij
Executive Secretary : Bouchra Lyassaai
Executive Member: Meriem Es-sakhi
Executive Member: Khalid Hafid
Member at Large: Manal Outtaouchi
3rd GreenChemAfrica
African Training School on Green Chemistry and
Environmental Sustainability
Benguerir, From 19th to 24th April 2026
Application Deadline: 31st December 2025
3rd GreenChemAfrica
Summary
Application for the second edition of African Training School on Green Chemistry And Environmental Sustainability (GreenChemAfrica) is open now. We invite top-ranked African students, early career researchers, and professionals to participate in this cutting-edge educational initiative in Africa. GreenChemAfrica is a unique week-long experience offering an invaluable opportunity to be in a real contact with the world’s most renowned and authoritative scientists in the field of green chemistry and environmental sustainability.
Application Deadline: 31st December 2025
Program
Dive into Green Chemistry and Environmental Sustainability with us at 3rd GreenChemAfrica, Benguerir, Spring 2026. Unlock workshops, keynotes, and more in our detailed program. Start shaping a sustainable future today.
Detailed program to be communicated soon.
Instructors
President WarnerBabcock Institute, USA
Senior Professor and Institute Director
University of York and Fudan University
D.Sc., Assoc. Prof. at Poznan University of Technology
Professor, Canada Research Chair of Green Chemistry, Queen’s University, Canada
Professor of Green Chemistry Education, Green Chemistry Centre of Excellence University of York
Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Green Chemistry Education American Chemical Society
Professor, Director of URD ABI, France
Professor, Chair of Inorganic Molecular Chemistry, TU Dresden, Germany
Professor, University of Bologna, Italy
Research Director CNRS, University Montpellier, France
Visiting Professor at SUSMAT-RC, UM6P
Senior Scientist , AK Weigand, TU Dresden
CNRS Senior Research Scientist
Professor, Director of SUSMAT-RC, UM6P
Eligibility
The 3rd GreenChemAfrica is open to scientists and industrials. The applicants need to check their eligibility depending on their current position:
PhD Students
- Must have completed a master’s degree in Organic/Inorganic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
- Must be registered as full-time at 3rd or 4th year PhD program at an eligible Moroccan institution or accredited African University or freshly graduated (no more than one year prior to GreenChemAfrica start date).
- Be fluent in English
Postgraduates
- Must have postdoctoral status at an accredited Moroccan/African institution.
- Must not exceed three years in their postdoctoral status, from the date of graduation from PhD program.
- Be fluent in English
Early Career Professors
- Holding a faculty position at Moroccan/African institutions for no more than three years.
- Be eligible to supervise graduate students.
- May apply if their date of appointment is no more than five years prior to GreenChemAfrica start date
- Be fluent in English
Industry Professionals
- Must hold at least an engineering degree with a background in chemistry
- Must be employee by an industrial company
- Be fluent in English
Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. CET, January 31, 2026.
Applicants will be notified of acceptance by February 14, 2026
Payments are due by 11:59 p.m. CET, March 15, 2026
Fees
| Participant* | Fees |
| PhD Students, Postgraduates, Early Career Professors | Fellowships will be granted for selected candidates |
| Industry Professionals | to be communicated later |
* Limited spots available
Application Package
The applicants need to submit the following in the online application portal:
An updated curriculum vitae (CV) or résumé. The document should include your current affiliation and contact information.
Transcripts of graduate-level coursework (apply only to Ph.D. students)
Two reference letters from your faculty, research, or industrial advisors
An extended statement of purpose (2 pages) addressing the following questions:
- How will your skills or qualities benefit this program?
- Clearly state why you are interested in this training school program.
- What are the challenges (key-questions) you expect to solve or mitigate (answer) by participating in this program?
Testimonials
“I am really excited about my participation at the 2nd edition of Green Chemistry Africa, it was my first Time to hear about Green Chemistry. The Professors have shared thier experience and work with the participants, which awakened in me a new way of thinking. ”
Messi Angélique Nicolas
Senior lecturer, University of Yaounde
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the entire organizing committee for the incredible organisation of the Training Africa School on Green Chemistry & Environmental Sustainability. It was truly an honor and a privilege to be part of such an inspiring event. The week was full of valuable knowledge, engaging discussions, and provided a unique chance to learn about the latest advancements in green chemistry. I greatly appreciate the effort put into organizing such an impactful event.”
Malak Rehioui
PhD, Faculty of Sciences, University of Ibn tofail, Morocco
“I expected a well organized, engaging, and impactful experience and I wasn’t disappointed. I looked forward to learning, sharing ideas, and seeing innovative approaches in action, and the experience fully met those expectations. Everything was well-organized and running smoothly. I found the quality of the school to be excellent and truly commendable.”
Abderrahim Assbane
PhD student, Ibn Zohr University
“I think the school is perfectly working up to the expectations and I am highly satisfied with the dedication and handwork of the whole team.”
Mushtaq Ahmad Bhat
Postdoctoral fellow, SUSMAT-RC, UM6P
“The training was absolutely perfect! I really enjoyed it and feel like I learned a lot. Well organized and informative. Thank you all. ”.
Abdelghani Boussetta
Assistant professor, Sultan Moulay Slimane University
“I just wanted to take a moment to thank you all for an amazing week during the 2nd edition of Gren Chem Africa. Huge thanks to all the participants for your energy, your curiosity, and the valuable discussions we shared. A big shoutout to the entire organizing team for their outstanding efforts and dedication. Special thanks as well to Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) for hosting us, and to the SUSMAT Laboratory, led by Professor Youssef Habibi, for their strong support and contribution to the success of this event. It was truly a pleasure to be part of this experience. Looking forward to seeing you all again for more scientific adventures”
“I sincerely thank the organizers of the second edition of the African Green Chemistry Training School at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University for the exceptional and richly organized event. It was an inspiring experience, both scientifically and culturally, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of it”
Badr Aouan
PhD, Mohammed V University
“Grateful to have been part of the 2nd edition of Green Chem Africa, an event that brought together brilliant minds and bold ideas. Huge thanks to the organizers, speakers, and partners for making it a space of real impact. Proud to witness such momentum for green chemistry in Africa!”
Anass Oulkhir
PhD student, CBS, UM6P
“I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the organizing committee of the 2nd edition of Green Chem Africa for a truly enriching experience. I had the pleasure of attending the first event approved by the Royal Chemical Society and American Chemical Society in Africa, and it was an honor to be part of this exceptional gathering. I’m grateful to the esteemed speakers for their insightful talks and to UM6P, OCP Group, and OCP Africa for their invaluable support. A special thank to Professor Habibi for his leadership and vision.”
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