Calling all Newcastle and Hunter innovators to submit their solutions for a sustainable future
The University of Newcastle’s Grand Challenge is back, posing the question – what can we do to work towards a future of net zero carbon emissions?
The Net Zero Grand Challenge is calling for innovators from Newcastle, the Hunter, and beyond to get involved and submit applications for their big ideas that will empower organisations to be accountable for their environmental performance.
Being an expert in the energy sector is not essential, the Challenge is calling for applicants from all walks of life, including business owners, entrepreneurs, scientists, researchers, students, coders, and designers.
The winning teams will share in $30,000 worth of funding to develop their solution and test prototypes with the help of the University’s Integrated Innovation Network (I2N).
Applications close on Wednesday 9 October, with the winners to be announced at the University of Newcastle Art Gallery, Callaghan on Thursday 17 October.
All information can be found on the Grand Challenge website, where you can find videos of expert panels that discuss the problem and solutions, FAQs, and more helpful events coming up in the schedule.
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