2050 Sustainability Hackathon with GreenTech HQ
powered by NDRC
Are you ready to change the world? Join us for a 1-day sprint for aspiring entrepreneurs, developers, designers, and curious minds to explore and advance their ideas in sustainability innovation. This hackathon is designed to provide you with the teammates, mentorship, and guidance to transform your idea into a real business with positive impact. If you are passionate about sustainability and think you have an innovative idea to change the world - this is for you.
Location
Applications Close
Monday, 4 March
Event Date
Saturday, 9 March
What to Expect
Start with just an idea, a team, and lots of questions. Finish with a well-developed startup concept, a diverse and supportive network, and a whole new level of entrepreneurial knowledge.
Meet & Connect
Join a diverse community to connect with skilled teammates and mentors who can support you in the future.
Develop an Idea
Collaborate with great minds around you to challenge your own assumptions and build out your idea.
Learn from Mentors
Meet some of the most successful entrepreneurs our global network has to offer, and tap into their deep knowledge and entrepreneurial experience.
Discover New Trends
Learn from expert mentors about innovations and trends that are happening in the sustainability space.
Is this for you?
The 2050 Sustainability Hackathon with GreenTech HQ powered by NDRC is open to anyone with an interest in sustainability and innovation who wants to get plugged into the startup ecosystem.
Do you…
Have an idea but don’t know where to start?
Want to see your tech idea brought to life in 1 day?
Have no idea but want to get involved in a team?
Want to spend a day with startups and entrepreneurs?
Want to meet aspiring entrepreneurs as well as mentors?
Want to learn new entrepreneurial skills?
Potential Sustainability Themes
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Creating systems that minimise waste and make the most of resources, emphasising reuse, repair, and repurposing over recycling.
Circular economy
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Leveraging advancements in AI tools to make sustainability solutions more efficient, accessible, and accurate.
Artificial intelligence
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Biodiversity management
Developing strategies to protect and enhance biological diversity across ecosystems for environmental stability and resilience.
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Carbon credits
Implementing market-based approaches to reduce carbon emissions, where businesses or countries can earn credits by investing in emission reduction projects.
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion
Developing platforms and solutions to promote diverse perspectives and equitable opportunities, especially in the professional development space.
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Social economy
Creating organisations (e.g. social enterprises) that reinvest their profits back into the community.
This is not an exhaustive list of themes that will be covered over the weekend. If you do not see your idea here, we still encourage you to apply!
High-Level Schedule
Get immersed in a vibrant setting of knowledge exchange and idea hacking, under the guidance of expert mentors. The day culminates in a pitch presentation where teams showcase their solution and progress to an esteemed panel of judges.
Saturday, 9th March | 09:30 - 18:15 | In-person @ GreenTech HQ
Morning
Kick-off
Customer Discovery Workshop
Teamwork Time
Mentoring
Afternoon
Lunch
Teamwork Time
Live Pitch to Judges
Winner Announcement
Prep: The event will be preceded by an online session on Thursday, 7th March, 17:00 - 18:30, where participants will have a chance to socialise ideas and form teams.
Friday Networking (optional): For anyone arriving the day before the Hackathon, you will have a chance to meet up with the other participants and have some fun at GreenTech HQ.
Applications are now closed!
By applying, you agree to the sharing of your data with NDRC, Dogpatch Labs, and GreenTech HQ.
FAQ
Can I participate without an idea?
Yes, you can. Simply mention on your application that you don’t have an idea.
Can I participate with a team?
Yes! Small teams of up to 4 members are welcome to participate together but must have a tech idea in sustainability.
Can I work on my own?
Yes! It’s fine to work solo on your idea, but if you prefer you can join a team that may need someone with your skills.
Do I have to be able to code to attend?
Not at all. You don’t need to have any specific skills or knowledge to attend!
Will food be provided?
We will offer some lunch and coffee to keep your brain working!
Do I need to pay for this?
No, the 2050 Sustainability Hackathon with GreenTech HQ powered by NDRC has no cost to you. However, spots are limited.
How can I get to GreenTech HQ?
Enniscorthy is highly accessible by car, bus and train. Irish Rail, Bus Éireann, Wexford Bus and TFI Local Link run numerous routes to and from Enniscorthy. We will also try to facilitate carpooling among the participants.
What are the accommodation options in Enniscorthy?
For those wishing to stay overnight in Enniscorthy, there are several B&Bs and hotels to choose from. Some of them are offering a special rate for participants. If you would like to know more about that, please contact us at programmes@ndrc.ie
Have a question that isn’t answered here?
No problem, reach out to us at programmes@ndrc.ie.