Carbon Zero challenge is a renewable energy innovation competition for college students, early stage entrepreneurs, innovators and researchers. It is a pioneering initiative by the Indian Institute of Technology – Madras, in collaboration with the US Consulate General in Chennai, the Industrial Waste Management Association (IWMA) and Shaastra, to identify innovative and indigenous solutions to India’s unique energy problems.
The contest is supported by Polaris, a Virtusa Company. A unique one-of-its-kind initiative pioneered by Indian Institute of Technology – Madras, Chennai, and Shaastra 2019.
Carbon Zero Challenge 2019 invites applications from students, early stage startups, and those aspiring to be entrepreneurs from across the country. Applicants are expected to formulate innovative proof-of-concept technological solutions to pertinent energy and environmental challenges, that are practical and scalable.
In this second edition of Carbon Zero Challenge, we now offer,
- Entrepreneurship training and certification program
- Greater emphasis on commercialization of the selected idea
- Prototype development in collaboration with a prospective industry partner
- Alignment with academic calendar, curriculum & internship needs of participating student teams
Here is how you can contribute to the Carbon Zero Challenge 2019,
- As a subject expert or an industry partner, you can talk to us about the existent energy and environment challenges in India that need innovative solutions. If required, we will observe strict confidentiality.
- You can be a Judge for any or all of the stages of Carbon Zero Challenge.
- You can be a mentor to any of the teams depending upon your area of expertise