MIT Energy & Climate Hack

Hackathon Focus Areas

Renewable Energy

Powering the Future with Renewable Energy

Imagine a city where every light, every vehicle, and every home is powered by clean, renewable energy. From the vast potential of solar and wind to the innovative use of green hydrogen, renewable energy is at the heart of a sustainable future. In this hackathon, we’ll explore groundbreaking solutions that harness the power of nature to fuel our cities, reduce carbon footprints, and drive a global transition to clean energy.

Transportation & Mobility

Revolutionizing Urban Mobility for a Cleaner Tomorrow

What if your daily commute was not only fast and efficient but also completely emissions-free? From electric vehicles and high-speed trains to flying taxis and bike-sharing networks, the future of urban mobility is green, clean, and incredibly exciting. Join us as we reimagine transportation, creating smart, sustainable systems that reduce congestion, improve air quality, and make our cities more livable.

Circularity

Designing a Circular Future with Sustainable Materials

We can live a life with no waste, where every product is designed with a second life in mind, and materials are continuously reused in new and innovative ways. This hackathon invites you to rethink our relationship with materials, driving innovation in recycling, upcycling, and sustainable design to create a truly circular economy.

Land & Agriculture

Finding more effective ways to use land

Want to prevent deforestation and preserve nature? We can get the most out of our land by innovating in farming and forestry. Whether it be a new idea relating to agroforestry, organic farming, selective logging, reforestation, or something completely new, we encourage hackers to brainstorm ways to improve current practices. That way, we can take advantage of new advancements for a future of more sustainable land use.