About the challenge: 

The Plant a Change: Westworld Edition Hackathon is a unique event where innovation meets sustainability. Inspired by the futuristic world of Westworld, this hackathon challenges participants to create eco-friendly solutions that transform household waste into seed pots. Participants will use cutting-edge technology such as AI, robotics, and green tech to develop their projects. The event will feature keynote speakers, mentorship, and workshops to help teams bring their ideas to life. With a focus on blending nature and technology, this hackathon aims to foster creativity and promote sustainable practices.

Get started: 

  • Assemble Your Team: Gather individuals with diverse skills in technology, environmental science, and design.
  • Identify Key Areas of Focus: Consider the challenges household waste poses, such as material types, conversion processes, and sustainability impacts.
  • Conceptualize Your Solution: Develop innovative ideas that utilize technology to convert household waste into seed pots for maximum environmental benefit.

Requirements

What to Build:

  • Create a prototype machine or manual tool that converts household waste into seed pots.
  • Utilize AI, robotics, or other innovative technologies. 

What to Submit: 

  • A working prototype (video demonstration)
  • Code repository (GitHub or similar)
  • Detailed documentation explaining the project
  • Presentation slides summarizing the project
  • Optional: Promotional video of the project

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

3 non-cash prizes
Honor Prize
3 winners

Judge's Choice
1 winner

Team's Choice
1 winner

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Arya Upadhyay

Arya Upadhyay

Riddhi Bhimavarapu

Riddhi Bhimavarapu

Kevin Richard

Kevin Richard

Gaurav Mittal

Gaurav Mittal

Gunjan Paliwal

Gunjan Paliwal

Simon Rusin

Simon Rusin

Vamsi Vemoori

Vidyasagar Ranganaboina

Kunvar Chokshi

Kunvar Chokshi

Abhik Choudhury

Amit Srivastava

Amit Srivastava

Pietro Russo

Judging Criteria

  • Judging Criteria
    Innovation and Creativity (25%) Impact (25%) Feasibility (20%) Scalability (15%) Presentation and Documentation (15%)

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