Climate Change Hackathon by GNLU Centre for Environment, Sustainability and Climate Justice [Cash Prizes of Rs. 50k]: Submit Proposal by Dec 15

About the Centre

The GNLU Centre for Environment, Sustainability, and Climate Justice (GCESCJ) is dedicated to promoting research, policy development, and community engagement on environmental sustainability and climate justice. The Centre actively addresses complex environmental issues through interdisciplinary projects and collaborations, while also integrating legal frameworksto advance equitable solutions for a sustainable future.

About the Hackathon

Climate change in India is intensifying health challenges, ranging from heatwaves that increase heat-related illnesses to changing climate patterns that expand the reach of vector-borne diseases like malaria and dengue. India’s unique and diverse climatic regions, coupled with a vast population, make these issues particularly urgent. With healthcare systems under strain, there is a need for adaptive solutions that can manage unpredictable climate-driven health impacts.

GCESCJ invites students and innovators nationwide to participate in a one-of-a-kind hackathon exploring digital health solutions to combat climate change-induced health issues in India. This hackathon provides a platform for creative minds to devise strategies that leverage digital health technologies to address the climate and health crisis, aiming to create sustainable impacts and foster resilience across communities.

Eligibility

The hackathon is open to undergraduate, post-graduate, and PhD students from all disciplines. Participants can register individually or in teams of up to 4 members, with no restrictions based on the field of study.

How to Register?

Interested candidates can register via the link given at the end of the post.

Participants must submit proposals that include a well-defined problem statement, methodology, expected impact, and a detailed description of their digital health solution. Submissions will be evaluated based on innovation, feasibility, impact, and the comprehensiveness of the solution, with emphasis on real-world applicability and ethical standards.

Important dates

An open interactive webinar, in collaboration with Transform Health, to understand climate change and digital health: 10 November 2024, 18:00 IST
Registration and Submission of Proposal: 15 December 2024
Communication of shortlisted proposals: 25 December 2024
Final Presentation: 11-12 January 2025

Fee

The registration fee for the hackathon is INR 500/- per team, to be paid at the time of submission of proposal.

Prizes

1st Prize: ₹25,000
2nd Prize: ₹15,000
3rd Prize: ₹10,000
In addition to cash prizes, the winners will have the opportunity to publish their report in collaboration with GCESCJ.