24 - 26 April
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Join the Hackathon in Norway!
Is it time to add space technology skills – and a real project – to your resumé? Join the 11th CASSINI Hackathon to access EU space data and develop a solution which protects our natural water resources.
You don’t need any experience: you’ll get all the training and tools to utilise EU space data and tackle the issues of water scarcity, flooding, or pollution. Over three days in Bølgen Bærekraftsenter in Kristiansand, you’ll hear from experts in space tech and environmental industries. You’ll learn how to access datasets from Copernicus, EGNOS and Galileo. Then you’ll connect with other professionals to form a multi-skilled team. This edition has three challenges on the theme of water:
- Securing equitable and efficient access to water
- Tracking and preventing water pollution
- Disaster risk monitoring
Kristiansand has deep maritime roots; the sea has shaped our lives and infrastructure for generations. In recent years, floods and extreme rainfall are becoming more common, so participants could consider solutions which offer early warning or planning support. Along the coast, water quality is affected by heavy rainfall causing runoff and overflow – reducing bathing water quality and impacting public health.
We have a lot to talk about and many opportunities for innovation! Join us to explore the ways that space data can help to protect and preserve our water resources – and begin building your own environmental start-up.
Local prizes:
- Receive expert guidance from mentors across tech, business, and space industries
- Connect with Europe’s leading space and innovation ecosystem
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Central prizes:
Additionally, the local winners will qualify for the European competition, where they will receive the following prizes:
- 1st place: €5,000
- 2nd place: €3,000
- 3rd place: €1,000
Mentoring
The top 3 teams across all competing hackathons will each be awarded an additional 6 months of expert mentoring by CASSINI.
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Oxidane Venture builds and invests in ocean and technology start-ups. It has a clear focus on environmental innovation and has already supported ventures in river management, underwater drones, and clean energy. The company also has a valuable international network, including active relationships with Norwegian investors.
For this Hackathon, Oxidane is joined by Bølgen bærekraftsenter (Centre for Sustainability), Digin (Norwegian ICT and digital innovation cluster), and Statens Kartverk (Norwegian Mapping Authority). Together, they will offer expert mentoring and business opportunities to our participants.
Build your next space tech project at the 11th CASSINI Hackathon in Kristiansand this April. Register to access the pre-event training and secure your place.