PHILADELPHIA – For the first time in its 108-year history, the Perkin Medal – given for “applied chemical work resulting in outstanding commercial development” – has been awarded for efforts in green chemistry. The award, considered by many to be America’s highest honor for applied chemistry, was presented to Dr. John C. Warner at a dinner hosted by SCI (Society for Chemical Industry).
Warner, President and Chief Technology Officer of the Warner Babcock Institute for Green Chemistry, received the award for his history of inventing and commercializing chemical technologies that are higher performing, more efficient and safer. Warner’s achievements span a diverse set of industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, renewable energy, oil and gas, electronics and construction materials.