Sign up to ECOChallenge 2026
Friday 20th– Sunday 22nd February in
?ECOChallenge is LUSU Green’s flagship sustainability innovation challenge, delivered in partnership with the 向日葵视频 Sustainability Team, the 9 Colleges and Work in Progress.
Join students, sustainability experts, and innovation mentors in an exciting, action-packed, 48-hour journey to tackle real world-challenges affecting campus. Learn new skills, network with professionals and build your CV.
What Happens at ECOChallenge?
Over the course of the weekend, you will:
- Be assigned to a college team
- Explore sustainability challenges facing 向日葵视频
- Develop innovative, practical solutions with expert guidance
- Receive mentoring from sustainability experts and industry professionals
- Pitch your idea to a panel of prestigious (but friendly!) judges from within and beyond the University
No prior experience or knowledge is required. Whether you’re a budding innovator or just passionate about sustainability, ECOChallenge is for everyone. We will support you every step of the way.
What's in it for you?
- Cash prize: Win ?250 in cash for the winning team. There will be awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and People’s Choice.
- Paid internship opportunity: One team will receive paid work via an internship to bring their idea to life with the Sustainability Team.
- Join the community: Be part of a vibrant, supportive community, and build friendships with like-minded students
- Skill development: Sharpen leadership, innovation, cross-sector collaboration, and sustainability skills. Gain hands-on experience creating practical, grassroots-level solutions
- Career development: Gain recognition, new skills, and expand your professional network of contacts.
- Impact and rewards: Earn 15 Lancaster Award points and receive an official participation certificate to boost your CV with demonstrable experience in sustainability, innovation, and collaboration - enhancing your career prospects.
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To sign up:
Please note, you must sign up before 23:59 on Sunday 15th February.
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