Planet+
Planet+: The Climate Solutions Challenge
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Description
Planet+ is an international, multi-stage climate solutions competition for high school and undergraduate students. Interdisciplinary teams of 6–10 students work on expert-authored real-world climate case studies, conduct research, engage with stakeholders, develop and refine solutions, and present their proposals to expert judges. The competition culminates in a four-day global event in Singapore.
#climate change#sustainability#environmental science#climate innovation#climate solutions#STEM#economics#finance#policy Engineering Ecology Computer science and AI
What you get
International climate-focused competition
Opportunity to work on real-world climate challenges
Expert-authored case studies developed with Columbia University climate experts
Feedback and mentorship from experts and judges
Development of research, systems thinking, problem-solving and communication skills
Interdisciplinary teamwork experience
Portfolio-ready project for university applications
Opportunity to present solutions on an international stage
Gold, Silver and Bronze awards, plus additional special awards
Access to an international network of students and climate professionals
Certificate provided
Requirements
Open internationally to high school and undergraduate students
Teams of 6–10 students
High school students must work with peers from their respective school
High school teams must have a teacher or mentor
Interdisciplinary teams are encouraged
Relevant backgrounds may include science, engineering, economics, finance, policy, governance, design and communication
Students do not need to study climate science specifically
If all team members travel to Singapore, only 4 may compete in any individual live simulation/presentation; all team members can participate in other events.
How to apply
Review the requirements
Check the age and grade limits, the language and the documents on the official website.
Check the age and grade limits, the language and the documents on the official website.
Prepare your materials
Essays, recommendation letters, certificates — start 4–6 weeks before the deadline.
Essays, recommendation letters, certificates — start 4–6 weeks before the deadline.
Save it in Pathfolio
Tap — the opportunity and its deadline will be saved to your account.
Tap — the opportunity and its deadline will be saved to your account.
Apply
On the programme’s official website — the “Official website” button in the deadline panel.
On the programme’s official website — the “Official website” button in the deadline panel.
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