FINISH Mondial Annual Sanitation Hackathon (SanTech hackathon) – €5,000 prize calls for entries

Utilize your creative abilities and expertise to pioneer groundbreaking technologies that will contribute to a sustainable future. Our FINISH Mondial Annual Sanitation Hackathon (SanTech hackathon) is back for its fourth year, and this time we are addressing the challenges of greywater recycling for sustainable agriculture and kitchen gardening.

The objective of the “Greywater Recycling for Sustainable Agriculture and Kitchen Gardening” hackathon is to encourage technological innovation and provide solutions for the treatment and recycling of greywater from households. These solutions will support sustainable agriculture and kitchen gardening practices. Greywater, which typically consists of wastewater from sinks, showers, laundry, and baths, can be a valuable resource when treated properly. By repurposing it for irrigation, we can reduce water wastage and minimize the need for freshwater in agriculture.

This year’s Hackathon will focus on four key areas: Grey Water Treatment Technologies, Smart Irrigation Systems, Sensor and Monitoring Solutions, and Community Engagement and Education. Join us in this exciting event as we work together to develop sustainable solutions for a better future.

Key Areas of Focus:

Participants in this hackathon can choose from the following key areas of focus:

• Greywater Treatment Technologies
• Smart Irrigation Systems
• Sensor and Monitoring Solutions
• Community Engagement and Education

Hackathon 4 Objectives

1. To encourage participants to come up with innovative and practical solutions that address water scarcity, sustainable agriculture, and environmental conservation.
2. To facilitate collaboration between participants with diverse expertise, including engineers, environmentalists, data scientists, and community engagement specialists
3. Promote the development of open-source technologies and solutions that can be accessible and adaptable for different regions and communities.
4. To showcase the importance of circular economy principles, where resources are efficiently reused, and environmental impact is minimised.

Prizes

• Participants have the chance to gain recognition for their contributions to water conservation, water treatment and sustainable agriculture.
• The  winner will be awarded € 5,000
• The first prize will be implemented in one of Bangladesh, Ethiopia, India, Kenya, Tanzania or Uganda
• The first runners will receive  € 3,000
• The second runners will receive € 1,000
• The popular vote award of € 1,000

What to Expect 

• Greywater Treatment Technologies: Design cost-effective solutions to clean and disinfect greywater for agricultural use.
• Smart Irrigation Systems: Create automated systems for optimized greywater distribution in gardens and small farms.
• Sensor and Monitoring Solutions: Develop real-time quality monitoring tools for greywater.
• Community Engagement: Promote greywater recycling in your community.
• For more details see the website Apply Today: Online Application form