DICP is located in the port city of Dalian, China. In the past half century, research at DICP has closely reflected the economic and scientific needs of China. DICP focuses on sustainable energy research and coordinates the development of environment optimization, biotechnology and advanced material in a multidisciplinary atmosphere by strengthening technological integration and innovation. DICP aims to play an indispensable roles in the national economy and security, and become a leading research institute in the world.