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Stanford Cleantech Hackathon 2026

Stanford, CA, πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Oct 23, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
Onye Dike
Added by Onye Dike
Published Oct 14, 2026

Summary

The Stanford Cleantech Hackathon 2026 is a premier event held on October 23-24, 2026, at Stanford University. This hackathon invites participants to develop innovative solutions to pressing climate challenges, fostering collaboration among students and professionals in the cleantech sector.

Details

Location
Stanford, CA, πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Date
October 23rd, 2026 - October 24th, 2026
Type
In Person
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Overview

The Stanford Cleantech Hackathon is part of Stanford Climate Week and aims to unite interdisciplinary teams to tackle real-world climate issues. Participants will engage in a 24-hour coding marathon, working from 5 PM Friday to 5 PM Saturday in the Mackenzie Room at the Jen-Hsun Huang Engineering Center.

Event Highlights

The hackathon features various tracks, including Climate Intelligence, Resilient Systems, and Energy Efficiency. Each track presents unique challenges, such as developing tools for localized adaptation or predictive power outage mapping. Participants will have access to mentorship and resources to help refine their projects.

Schedule

The event kicks off with an opening ceremony and dinner on Friday evening, followed by a series of workshops and panel discussions. Notable sessions include "From Stanford Research to Startup," where experts will share insights on transforming ideas into viable businesses. On Saturday, participants will present their projects to judges, with awards for the best solutions in each track.

Participation

Teams of 2-5 members are encouraged, and pre-formed teams are welcome. Participants must register in advance and are provided with meals throughout the event. The hackathon emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and the application of Stanford's climate research to create impactful solutions. For more details, visit the official website.


Onye Dike
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Onye Dike
Sustainability Research Analyst
Onye Dike is a Sustainability Research Analyst at Net Zero Compare, where he contributes to research and analysis on environmental regulations, carbon accounting, and emerging sustainability trends.
Added on Oct 14, 2026 by Onye Dike Β·