EcoTech Emerge 2025
EcoTech Emerge 2025
The student challenge invites all post-secondary students to present their ideas to foster innovation in sustainability for a better future!
The EcoTech Emerge 2025 Challenge
Are you ready to make a real impact on the world? The EcoTech Emerge 2025 Challenge is your chance to share innovative ideas that drive the global industry towards a sustainable, net-zero future.
Why You Should Join
Imagine winning cash prizes, showing off your skills, getting noticed by a leading tech company, and adding something seriously impressive to your CV (resume) - all while helping the world transition to a greener tomorrow. If you’re a technical or business student with a passion for change, this is your moment to shine!
The Challenge
At AVEVA, we believe the journey to Net Zero isn't just necessary, it's urgent. But the path is complex, and industries need bold, transformative solutions to accelerate their progress. We’re calling on you to think big bring forward the brightest software ideas that will help industries overcome the challenges they face in achieving Net Zero. Whether it’s through innovative energy management, smarter resource usage, or any other game-changing approach, your creativity could be the key to unlocking a sustainable future.
What’s in it for You?
- Cash prizes
- Real-world impact
- Recognition from a leading global tech company
- Boost your profile and visibility in the tech community
- Showcase your skills and ideas to industry experts and fellow innovators
Key Dates 2025
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Application phase
01 September - 02 November
Register, select your category, and submit your idea!
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Shortlisting phase
03 November - 16 November
The jury members will evaluate the projects and select the top 20 ideas.
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Mentoring phase
17 November - 07 December
The top 20 will be pre-selected and mentored by our professional experts to develop and improve their ideas.
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Selection phase
08 December - 14 December
The jury members will evaluate the projects of the 20 pre-selected teams.
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Final phase
15 December - 18 January 2026
The 10 best finalists will be chosen to present their project in front of the panel of experts.
Choose from four categories
EcoTech AI
EcoTech AI – Green wins from AI
EcoTech Edge
EcoTech Egde – IoT for climate change
EcoTech Viz
EcoTech Viz – UX for sustainability
EcoTech Beyond
EcoTech Beyond – Tech for climate change
Your chance to win
- 1st
- 2nd
- 3rd
1st
The first team will win:
£8,000
2nd
The second team will win:
£6,000
3rd
The third team will win:
£4,000
Final Pitching Day
On final date, finalists will be invited for the chance to pitch your idea virtually to our expert judging panel, consists of key decision makers of Company, who will then select the winners of the Student Challenge!