The IEEE ClimateChain Global Hackathon is an online competition organised by IEEE Turkey, inviting participants worldwide to build innovative solutions at the intersection of blockchain, machine learning, and climate change. The hackathon aims to leverage emerging technologies to address pressing environmental challenges, encouraging teams to develop prototypes that can drive real-world impact.
Who Should Apply
Open to developers, data scientists, blockchain enthusiasts, students, and professionals passionate about climate technology. Teams can be formed with members from any country, including India. Solo participants are welcome, and team formation support may be available.
Tracks / Themes
The hackathon focuses on three core themes: Blockchain, Machine Learning/AI, and Social Good. Participants are expected to build projects that combine at least one of these technologies with a climate or sustainability use case.
Format & Timeline
The hackathon runs from October 5 to October 25, 2026, entirely online. Participants can work remotely and submit their projects via the Devpost platform. Judging criteria typically include innovation, technical implementation, impact, and feasibility. The exact judging rubric is detailed on the official Devpost page.
Prizes
Total prize pool of $3,000 (approximately ₹2,76,000 INR at 92 INR/USD). The distribution across ranks is not specified in the raw data.
Eligibility
Open to participants globally. No geographic restrictions mentioned — Indian teams and individuals are welcome. No explicit team size constraints are stated.
About the Organiser
IEEE Turkey is a regional chapter of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the world's largest technical professional organisation. IEEE Turkey regularly organises technical events, conferences, and hackathons to promote innovation and engineering excellence in the region and beyond.
How to Apply
Registration and project submission are handled through the official Devpost page. Participants must create a Devpost account, register for the hackathon, and submit their project before the deadline on October 25, 2026.
