About Us

Founded in 1922, the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) is the UK based and internationally recognised qualifying body and learned society for chemical, biochemical and process engineers. We exist to advance chemical engineering’s contribution for the benefit of society. 

IChemE - Strategy 28+
IChemE’s Strategy28+ sets the Institution’s direction for the next five years and beyond, with the aim of putting chemical and process engineering at the heart of a sustainable future.

IChemE members can be found in a wide range of industry sectors, and at different stages of their careers. They play a key role in our governance and day-to-day operations. 

Our vision: Engineering a sustainable world

Our mission: Putting chemical and process engineering at the heart of a sustainable future – benefitting members, society and the environment.

To achieve our mission of engineering a sustainable world, we will use our expertise, knowledge and reach to support our vibrant and thriving profession, and collaborate with others to serve society:

Strategic goal 1: Supporting a vibrant and thriving profession by helping to:

  • Contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Attract a diverse range of talent into chemical and process engineering
  • Enable members organisations and society to achieve their potential
  • Lead and support the positive impact chemical and process engineering has on society

Strategic goal 2: Serving society by collaborating with others through:

  • Contributing to the development and sharing of knowledge, skills and research and using this to drive continuous improvement in efficient and safe operations
  • Increasing awareness and understanding of how chemical and process engineering contributes to society through championing and promoting that contribution

The facts

We are the leading professional qualifying body for chemical, biochemical and process engineers.
We are a multi-national Institution with our primary office in Rugby (Warwickshire).
IChemE members can be found in a wide range of industry sectors, and at different stages of their careers.
We were founded in 1922.
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