Sofia Development Association (SDA), Sofia Municipality and DXC Technology launch a hackathon “InnoAirChallenge: Just Green transition and Urban Mobility”, the grand finale of which will be held live on November 11, 2022. The hackathon challenges participants to look for bold technological solutions that guide the vision for a next generation transport services and connectivity in Sofia.
If you are interested in sustainability technology and innovation, and if you have ideas that can improve our urban environment, take part in the hackathon with a team of 2 to 5 persons in order to propose solutions for cleaner mobility and environment. The team of SDA and DXC Technology will guide you and mentor you throughout the process – from the registration to the submission of the final project and the presentation before the jury. The three ideas with the highest scores will be awarded total financing of 15,000 BNG (7,500 Euro) provided by DXC Technology, to further develop and implement the solutions.
The hackathon finale will be held live on November 11 and will include events open to all – students, start-ups, professionals, and citizens. For teams, based outside of Sofia, an online presentation of projects will be arranged. A special award selected by the audience will be given, provided by SDA.
The hackathon is not a one-time event, it is part of a series in the framework of the INNOAIR project, co-funded by the ERDF through the initiative Urban Innovative Actions. Sofia is the first Bulgarian city selected to join the community of innovative European cities.
The hackathon is also part of the programme of EIT Climate - KIC Hub Bulgaria.
What are the challenges?
• Mobility as a service
• Next generation urban public transport stops and routes
• Easier and smart parking
• Engaging citizens with transport decision-making
How to make sure the transport solutions meet the needs and expectations of the citizens? What efficient ways for feedback can we use to regulate and further develop Sofia urban mobility?
What are the awards for the winners?
8 000 BGN for first prize
5 000 BGN for second prize
2 000 BGN for third prize
The awards are provided by DXC Technology, the biggest IT company in Bulgaria. The company works in different business spheres with diverse and innovative technologies – Cloud computing, Security, Applications, Analytics and Big Data, Digital Transformation and others.
The mission of the company is to assist its clients on their road to IT innovations and to accompany their transformation in the digital future.
There is an additional audience award, provided by Sofia Development Association.
For more information on the program, the challenges, the jury and how you can register, visit Innoair’s website: https://innoair-sofia.eu/
