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Event Overview
The Hack on the Grid: Electricity Maps Hackathon is a full-day event scheduled for September 11, 2026, at the Electricity Maps office in København. As part of Copenhagen Climate Week, this hackathon provides a unique opportunity for participants to utilize Electricity Maps' extensive API, which includes ten years of historical data, real-time electricity mix, prices, and carbon intensity forecasts from grids worldwide.
Tracks and Themes
Participants can choose between two tracks:
- Sustainability & Impact: Focus on creating applications that promote energy efficiency, such as carbon-aware home automation and smart EV charging solutions.
- Power Markets: Develop tools that simplify complex market data, including battery optimization and cross-border price visualizations.
Who Can Participate?
This hackathon is open to everyone, regardless of technical expertise. Whether you're a developer, designer, student, or sustainability professional, you are encouraged to bring your ideas or join a team on the day of the event. The goal is to foster collaboration and innovation in the energy sector.
Location and Registration
The event will take place at Bragesgade 8B, København, and is free to attend, although registration is required and subject to host approval. For more details and to register, visit the event website. More information regarding the agenda, prizes, and judges will be announced closer to the event date.
