Application Deadline: 28 Oct 2021
About
This fascinating and complex geographical, meteorological and biological ecosystem needs your help! We’re looking for determined problem solvers who can develop sustainable solutions that support the Arctic’s future.
The hackathon is open to anyone with a passion for entrepreneurship, the Arctic and EU space technologies.
Eligibility
Tech-driven individuals across the EU countries
How to Apply
Check out our three challenges* below and consider how you can utilise your knowledge and skills to protect and support this precious region:
Challenge #1: Safe passage at sea
Design products, devices or services that enable container ships, cruise liners and fishing trawlers to navigate safely across our Nordic Seas. If you choose this challenge, you’ll be encouraged to dive into the areas of navigation route optimisation, extreme weather and sea ice warnings, the development and connectivity of future shipping lanes, and environmental disaster and emergency management.
Challenge #2: Life on Land
Design products, devices or services that enable human societies, plants and wildlife to better adapt to the Arctic climate. If you choose this challenge, you’ll be encouraged to explore topics such as environmental monitoring and climate change mitigation, renewable energy advancements, environmental protection, and the improved connectivity for research stations in remote areas.
Challenge #3: Caring for our wildlife
Design products, devices or services that can help protect biodiversity and the natural habitat of wildlife in the Arctic. If you choose this challenge, you’ll be encouraged to focus on protecting marine biodiversity, understanding and forecasting mitigation routes, understanding and mitigating the effects of exploration and development on wildlife, and the impact of climate change on natural habitats.
Official Website: ACASSINI Hackathons: Connecting the Arctic
