Welcome to the Global Youth Climate Hackathon, hosted by the Youth Environmental Alliance! 🌍

This hackathon is open now until 12 AM IST, 16 DEC, inviting youth worldwide to collaborate on climate-positive solutions. Participants can join at any time before the deadline to submit creative, actionable ideas addressing real-world climate challenges, from clean air and water management to regenerative agriculture and sustainable energy.

What makes this hackathon special:

  • Global collaboration: Work with peers across multiple countries.

  • Flexible participation: Open registration until 12 AM, submit your solutions at your own pace.

  • Impact-focused: Every idea contributes to our shared mission of empowering youth to take climate action.

  • Diverse formats: Solutions can be digital prototypes, social campaigns, videos, infographics, or simple design concepts.

Event Timeline:

 

  • Now – 12 AM, 16 DEC: Participants submit their solutions online

  • After 12 AM: Showcase of selected submissions on social media and PDF compilation

  • Recognition: Highlighted solutions will be shared globally by the Youth Environmental Alliance

Requirements

Participants should submit:

  1. A one-page or slide presentation of their solution (Canva, PDF, PowerPoint, or Google Slides).

  2. Optional media: Short video (30–60 sec) or image illustrating the idea.

  3. Include a title, brief description, and actionable steps for implementation.

  4. Optional: Link to live prototypes or digital designs.

  5. A written proposal (1000 words)

  6. A 2 - 3 minutes pitch video

 

Goal: Creativity and impact matter more than format; submissions can be local, digital, or globally scalable.

Prizes

5 non-cash prizes
Grand Prize – “Climate Changemaker”
1 winner

Feature of the winning project on Youth Environmental Alliance social media and partner channels.

1-hour mentoring session with a climate expert or sustainability professional.

Digital certificate + exclusive PGC swag pack (eco-friendly items like reusable notebooks, seed kits, sustainable merch).

Runner-Up Prize – “Innovator Impact Award”
1 winner

Recognition on YEA and PGC social media.

Access to an online workshop on regenerative agriculture, climate tech, or sustainability leadership.

Digital certificate + eco-friendly prize pack (e.g., reusable cups, sustainable stationery).

Special Recognition – “Global Collaboration Award”
1 winner

For teams showing exceptional cross-border collaboration or community engagement.

Featured on YEA channels + certificate of achievement.

Optional mentoring call with a sustainability educator.

People’s Choice Award
1 winner

SURPRISE! SHHHH

Most Creative Hack
1 winner

SURPRISE!!!!! SHH

Judges

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Charles
YEA

Judging Criteria

  • Creativity & Innovation
    How original and imaginative is your solution? We’re looking for ideas that think outside the box, use innovative approaches, and bring fresh perspectives to climate challenges.
  • Feasibility & Impact
    Could your solution realistically be implemented? How much positive environmental or social impact could it generate if applied locally or globally?
  • Clarity & Presentation
    Is your submission clear and easy to understand? Are your ideas well-organized, visually appealing, and compelling for judges and the audience?
  • Collaboration & Engagement
    Did your solution involve teamwork, community engagement, or cross-border collaboration? We value ideas that bring people together to create meaningful change.
  • Alignment with Climate Purpose
    Does your solution clearly address a climate, environmental, or sustainability challenge? Bonus points for solutions that connect directly to actionable steps youth can take.

Questions? Email the hackathon manager

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