Amy Chu

Amy Chu is a dedicated researcher specializing in green and sustainable chemistry with a focus on designing metallic catalysts to enhance sustainability and energy efficiency in industrial synthesis.

Currently serving as a faculty lecturer at San Francisco State University and Cal State Monterey Bay, Amy actively incorporates green and sustainable chemistry into college curriculum utilizing innovative active learning techniques.

Amy is passionate about leveraging her technical expertise to make a positive impact in her local community, particularly in the Bay area where she is keen on contributing to education and clean tech initiatives.

With a background in inorganic chemistry from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from National Taiwan University, Amy brings a wealth of academic knowledge to her research endeavors.

Having held positions such as Assistant Professor at Mills College and Scientific Advisor at Kleinman Center for Energy Policy, Amy has a diverse professional background that enriches her collaborative approach to interdisciplinary work.

Amy's advocacy for utilizing CO2 as a building block for consumer materials and fuels showcases her commitment to combating climate change through innovative chemical catalysis solutions.

She is actively involved in initiatives related to Philadelphia energy policies and collaborates with Bay area investors specializing in clean energy technologies as a volunteer, emphasizing her dedication to sustainable practices and environmental preservation.