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🌍 Inspiring the Next Generation of Innovators 🌍 Today, the UCPC Team had the privilege of participating in an impactful Career Talk at the Makerere University Chemistry Department! The session explored the Role of Chemistry in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, drawing a remarkable lineup of speakers who shared diverse perspectives and experiences from academia, industry, and research. Speakers included experts from QCIL, Kansai Plascon, Makerere University, UCPC, and National Chemotherapeutics Research Institute. Each speaker highlighted how chemistry is at the forefront of creating sustainable solutions and advancing entrepreneurial ventures across Uganda and beyond. This was more than just a talk; it was a powerful opportunity to connect students with leaders in the field and inspire them to see chemistry not only as a science but as a driver for positive change in society. The energy and enthusiasm from the participants were outstanding, signaling a bright future for chemistry-led innovation in Uganda. The UCPC Team took the opportunity to announce an exciting Call for Abstracts for our upcoming Hackathon Challenges! Thank you to everyone involved in making this event a success! Together, let’s continue to foster a generation ready to lead in sustainability and innovation. 🌱 #UCPC #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Chemistry #Sustainability #MakerereUniversity

🌍 Inspiring the Next Generation of Innovators 🌍 Today, the UCPC Team had the privilege of participating in an impactful Career Talk at the Makerere University Chemistry Department! The session explored the Role of Chemistry in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, drawing a remarkable lineup of speakers who shared diverse perspectives and experiences from academia, industry, and research. Speakers included experts from QCIL, Kansai Plascon, Makerere University, UCPC, and National Chemotherapeutics Research Institute. Each speaker highlighted how chemistry is at the forefront of creating sustainable solutions and advancing entrepreneurial ventures across Uganda and beyond. This was more than just a talk; it was a powerful opportunity to connect students with leaders in the field and inspire them to see chemistry not only as a science but as a driver for positive change in society. The energy and enthusiasm from the participants were outstanding, signaling a bright future for chemistry-led innovation in Uganda. The UCPC Team took the opportunity to announce an exciting Call for Abstracts for our upcoming Hackathon Challenges! Thank you to everyone involved in making this event a success! Together, let’s continue to foster a generation ready to lead in sustainability and innovation. 🌱 #UCPC #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Chemistry #Sustainability #MakerereUniversity

🌟 Exciting moments at Makerere University’s Department of Chemistry, where I had the privilege of joining the Uganda Cleaner Production Centre (UCPC) team for a career talk focused on the role of chemistry in innovation and entrepreneurship! This event featured insightful speakers from QCIL, Kansai Plascon, UCPC, Makerere University, and the National Chemotherapeutics Research Institute, each underscoring the power of chemistry to drive industry innovations and sustainable business practices. From health solutions to green production, our discussions showed the vast career potential for students in chemistry. As UCPC, we also took the chance to promote the #Hackathon2024 #Challenge, inviting students to bring their ideas to life in an exciting competition designed to fuel their entrepreneurial journeys. It was energizing to see so many students eager to engage with these opportunities—future changemakers in action! Huge thanks to Makerere University for hosting us, and I look forward to seeing the incredible innovations these young minds will develop! #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #GreenChemistry #Hackathon2024 #UCPC #CareerTalk #MakerereUniversity #Sustainability

CASE STUDY: XploSafe LLC PhosRox XploSafe is recognized for creating PhosRox, a novel sorbent. PhosRox is a single material uniquely capable of simultaneously capturing ammonia, phosphate, and nitrate from wastewater and other contaminated waters and then being applied as a time-release fertilizer. Summary of Technology: Excess nitrogen and phosphorus in water systems causes eutrophication, a widespread and costly environmental problem. Eutrophication begins with uncontrolled algae growth that disrupts natural ecosystems by lowering the amount of dissolved oxygen in the water. This leads to reduced water quality, reduced food resources, and the overall collapse of a habitat. Additionally, these algal blooms can be harmful to animals and humans when they consume contaminated fish or water or even inhale water droplets PhosRox simultaneously removes ammonia, phosphate, and nitrate from aquatic systems and turns it into granules that can be used as a fertilizer. This is accomplished by the combination of various metal-oxides (which can adsorb various nutrients) to create a porous ceramic material. The ability to absorb nitrate is incorporated by an imprinting process whereby a gel containing nitrate ions is formed and is then calcined to a ceramic material, creating pockets with the correct shape and arrangement of metal ions to adsorb nitrate. The manufacture of PhosRox also produces aqueous potassium nitrate as a by-product during the formation of the precursor gel. The potassium nitrate or saltpeter can be used directly in the manufacture of quick-release fertilizers with minimal additional energy input. Since it lowers the dependence on manufactured fertilizer by recycling nutrients, this technology offers sustainable cost and utility advantages over industry-standard biological and chemical treatment solutions. This technology will also help wastewater treatment operators maintain compliance and generate revenue from the sale of nutrient-rich fertilizer. Furthermore, when the sorbent is added to agricultural soils, it will not only release plant nutrients slowly but, in future years, could enhance the nutrient-holding capacity of the soil, preventing fertilizer runoff and protecting the watershed. Hydra Water Technologies (a technology spin-off from XploSafe) manufactures PhosRox. It is evaluating PhosRox for use in additional settings such as household aquaria, watering ponds, swimming pools, and water features.

🌍 Calling for Volunteer Mentors! 🌱 We are excited to announce the launch of our Green Chemistry Accelerator Program and are seeking experienced mentors to guide the next generation of sustainable innovators! Are you part of an established startup hub or a corporate organization with a focus on sustainability, innovation, or green chemistry? Do you want to contribute to a greener future by supporting startups committed to environmental impact? We need mentors who can: • Share insights from their journey scaling sustainable ventures • Offer strategic advice on business development, product-market fit, and funding • Help young startups navigate the green chemistry landscape and build impactful solutions Why Mentor? • Empower startups making real environmental change • Expand your network within the sustainability and innovation community • Showcase your commitment to corporate social responsibility Get involved and make a difference! If you’re ready to join us, email us at googomujuni@gmail.com or DM for more details. Let’s shape the future of green chemistry, together! #GreenChemistry #Mentorship #Sustainability #StartupAccelerator #InnovationForGood #CorporateResponsibility The Innovation Village H2Ok Innovations Future Energy Lab International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre (ISC3)

🌍 Volunteer Mentors Needed for Green Chemistry Accelerator! 🌿 We are on the lookout for volunteer mentors with expertise in finance and marketing to help guide startups in our Green Chemistry Accelerator Program. Are you skilled in: 💰 Financial management for growing businesses? 📈 Marketing eco-friendly products and building a brand in the sustainability space? If so, we need your support to: 🌱 Help startups navigate financial challenges and manage budgets. 📊 Share strategies to market and scale their sustainable innovations. 🌟 Empower entrepreneurs to bring green solutions to the market successfully. This is a great opportunity to: 🤝 Share your experience, expand your network, and contribute to a sustainable future. If you’re ready to make an impact or know someone who is, reach out to us! Uganda Cleaner Production Centre or Twinomujuni Edson or Samuel Bukenya Marion Nuwasasira or Harriet Bakisa #Mentorship #Sustainability #GreenChemistry #FinancialMentorship #MarketingMentorship #EcoInnovation #ClimateAction MTN Uganda Nile Breweries Ltd. Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda dfcu Bank National Environment Management Authority Uganda Fondation TotalEnergies World Bank Development Economics Globalgreenchem

🌟 Calling All Enthusiastic Students, Researchers, Scientists, and Business Innovators! 🌟 Are you passionate about solving real-world challenges through innovation? We invite you to submit your abstracts for the Hackathon Day scheduled for December 11th, 2024! We are looking for innovative solutions to address the following challenges: 1. Effective reuse of solid waste from tanneries, with a focus on lime leather pelt trimmings. 2. Elimination of volatile organic solvents in paint formulations. 💡 Participation Benefits: - Meet both international and local investors. - Receive guidance from top industry mentors. - Expand your professional network. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to make an impact!   Submission Link: https://lnkd.in/eucRzVnH Submission Deadline: 20th November 2024. #InnovationChallenge #Hackathon2024 #GreenSolutions #Networking #GGCINP #Sustainability #UCPC

🌍 World Food Day 2024: A Call to Action for a Safer, Healthier Future! 🌱 At UCPC, we are committed to making our food systems safer and more sustainable. This #WorldFoodDay, we encourage researchers, scholars, and inventors to leverage #greenchemistry to address the pressing challenge of persistent organic pollutants in pesticides. By adopting innovative green chemistry solutions, we can reduce harmful chemicals, protect our environment, and ensure food safety along the entire value chain—from farm to table. Let's work together to make our food systems healthier and our planet more sustainable! 🌿 #WorldFoodDay2024 #GreenChemistry #SustainableFood #FoodSafety #Innovation #UCPC

🌍 World Food Day 2024: A Call to Action for a Safer, Healthier Future! 🌱 At UCPC, we are committed to making our food systems safer and more sustainable. This #WorldFoodDay, we encourage researchers, scholars, and inventors to leverage #greenchemistry to address the pressing challenge of persistent organic pollutants in pesticides. By adopting innovative green chemistry solutions, we can reduce harmful chemicals, protect our environment, and ensure food safety along the entire value chain—from farm to table. Let's work together to make our food systems healthier and our planet more sustainable! 🌿 #WorldFoodDay2024 #GreenChemistry #SustainableFood #FoodSafety #Innovation #UCPC

🌟 Calling All Enthusiastic Students, Researchers, Scientists, and Business Innovators! 🌟 Are you passionate about solving real-world challenges through innovation? We invite you to submit your abstracts for the Hackathon Day scheduled for December 11th, 2024! We are looking for innovative solutions to address the following challenges: 1. Effective reuse of solid waste from tanneries, with a focus on lime leather pelt trimmings. 2. Elimination of volatile organic solvents in paint formulations. 💡 Participation Benefits: - Meet both international and local investors. - Receive guidance from top industry mentors. - Expand your professional network. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to make an impact!   Submission Link: https://lnkd.in/eucRzVnH Submission Deadline: 20th November 2024. #InnovationChallenge #Hackathon2024 #GreenSolutions #Networking #GGCINP #Sustainability #UCPC