Hackathon PLASTIC FANTASTIC

Focus: Develop solutions for tackling plastic pollution

Duration: 2 weeks (April 2024)

Who can apply: Startups, new nonprofits & for-profits

Benefits:

1. Expert workshops on financing, climate impact, & business sustainability
2. Develop social responsibility strategy
3. Pitch to win a spot in the top 15

6-month acceleration program with mentorship

Financial awards & hardware prizes €6,000

• Teams of 2+ with a great idea and strong teamwork (idea stage welcome)
• Early-stage non-profits or for-profits (under 5 years old)
• Fluent English & reliable internet access required (online program)
• Projects focused on tackling plastic pollution across its lifecycle:
• Detection & Monitoring
• Collection & Valorization
• Prevention & Zero-Waste Solutions

Day 1 Agenda:

Welcome & Introduction (Morning):

Set the stage for the PLASTIC FANTASTIC Hackathon and its goals.

Participant Icebreaker (Morning):

Engage in team-building activities to foster connections and share objectives.

Technical Deep Dive (Afternoon):

Demystify the hackathon process with clear guidelines and answer any questions.

Collaborative Challenge Brainstorming (Afternoon):

Dive into the plastic pollution challenges you'll be tackling.

Identify potential obstacles and brainstorm solutions together.

Celebrate anticipated wins and build excitement for the hackathon journey.

Networking & Wrap-Up (Afternoon):

Connect with fellow participants, forge potential alliances, and share networking wishlist.