ignitia is thrilled to announce the ignitia Climate Tech Hackathon, a
collaborative event aimed at bringing together technology, agribusiness,
policy experts, and brilliant minds to tackle some of the most urgent global
challenges. Our primary objective is to leverage the power and potential of
state-of-the-art climate technology within our communities, addressing the
impacts of extreme weather events, evolving pest and disease patterns, and
other climate change shocks that adversely affect local communities,
farmers, agribusinesses, and livelihoods.
The hackathon will gather passionate and creative minds from across West Africa,
harnessing the power of the most accurate weather forecasting data in the tropics to
create impactful solutions for local communities.
Participants will have the opportunity to tackle real-world challenges in agriculture and disaster risk reduction by utilizing ignitia's weather and climate data API.
Participants will be given 48 hours to solve a climate challenge for their community. During this period, they will work collaboratively to develop innovative solutions that leverage ignitia's data and technology.
The hackathon combines teamwork and mentorship in a supportive environment. Participants will have the opportunity to form diverse teams either applying as an existing team, or individuals grouped into teams by ignitia.
Participants will have the opportunity to tackle real-world challenges in agriculture and disaster risk reduction by utilizing ignitia's weather and climate data API.
Participants will be given 48 hours to solve a climate challenge for their community. During this period, they will work collaboratively to develop innovative solutions that leverage ignitia's data and technology.
The hackathon combines teamwork and mentorship in a supportive environment. Participants will have the opportunity to form diverse teams either applying as an existing team, or individuals grouped into teams by ignitia. Ignitia will provide access to mentors and support, to give feedback and provide technical support.
At the end of the 48-hour timeframe, participants will present judges with a mockup (e.g., Figma or sketch) and a working prototype (e.g., App) of their solution. These deliverables will showcase the functionality and potential impact of their ideas.
A panel of judges will assess the solutions presented by participants. The participants with the highest scores will receive prizes, including cash awards and a license to use ignitia's data to power their solution.
Solutions developed during the hackathon may include predictive analytics, smart decision support systems, precision agriculture tools, and initiatives aimed at empowering farmers.
At the end of the 48-hour timeframe, participants will present judges with a mockup (e.g., Figma or sketch) and a working prototype (e.g., App) of their solution. These deliverables will showcase the functionality and potential impact of their ideas.
A panel of judges will assess the solutions presented by participants. The participants with the highest scores will receive prizes, including cash awards and a license to use ignitia's data to power their solution.
Solutions developed during the hackathon may include predictive analytics, smart decision support systems, precision agriculture tools, and initiatives aimed at empowering farmers.
Participants should possess relevant technical skills such as programming, data analysis, hardware development, or other skills specific to the theme of the hackathon.
We encourage participants from diverse backgrounds, including developers, engineers, designers, scientists, entrepreneurs, and sustainability enthusiasts.
Open to all experience levels
See if you are eligible for the hackathon!
Teams are encouraged to apply as a team of max. 3 people
(business model ability to scale)
(social and environmental)
(present your ideas proven to be effecient)
(graphical presentation of your idea)
Winner
$2000 + API Subscription 1 year + Access to KIC programs and resources
Winner
$2000 + API Subscription 1 year + Access to KIC programs and resources
Winner
$2000 + API Subscription 1 year + Access to KIC programs and resources
Winner
API Subscription 1 year + Access to KIC programs and resources
Winner
$2000 + API subscription 1 year + Access to KIC programs and resources
Winner
API subscription 1 year + Access to KIC programs and resources
Interest in Climate Technology
Technical Skills
Diverse Backgrounds
Open to all experience levels
