Each submission will be evaluated across multiple dimensions to identify the most innovative, impactful, and feasible solutions addressing environmental challenges in Kazakhstan and globally.

Innovation & Technical Excellence
25%

Evaluates the uniqueness and technical sophistication of the solution compared to existing environmental approaches.
  • Novel use of technology for environmental solutions
  • Technical sophistication and quality of implementation
  • Advances beyond current sustainability solutions
  • Innovative use of data and environmental monitoring

Environmental Impact
25%

Assesses the potential of the solution to address significant environmental challenges effectively.
  • Demonstrated ecological benefits and sustainability outcomes
  • Addresses critical environmental needs in Kazakhstan/Central Asia
  • Potential for reducing carbon emissions or resource consumption
  • Impact on conservation or environmental resilience

Implementability & Feasibility
20%

Evaluates whether the solution can be realistically implemented in Kazakhstan's environmental context.
  • Technical feasibility and readiness level
  • Adaptability to local conditions and infrastructure
  • Resource requirements and cost considerations
  • Practical implementation roadmap for Kazakhstan/Central Asia

Scalability & Longevity
15%

Assesses how well the solution can scale across different environments and remain effective long-term.
  • Potential for widespread adoption beyond pilot phase
  • Economic sustainability and business viability
  • Long-term durability and maintenance considerations
  • Adaptability to different geographic and climate conditions

Presentation & Demo
10%

Evaluates how well the team communicates and demonstrates their environmental solution.
  • Clear demonstration of technology functionality
  • Quality of visualization and user interface
  • Compelling presentation of environmental applications
  • Technical explanations and Q&A responses

Community Engagement & Social Impact
5%

Assesses the solution's social impact and community involvement strategies.
  • Consideration of local community needs and participation
  • Educational component and knowledge transfer
  • Cultural sensitivity and inclusive design
  • Potential for social co-benefits alongside environmental impacts

Project Categories

Climate Monitoring & Prediction

Focus: AI-driven climate models, early warning systems, and monitoring tools for extreme weather events in Central Asia.

Water Resource Management

Focus: Smart irrigation systems, water quality monitoring, drought prediction, and conservation technologies for arid regions.

Renewable Energy Solutions

Focus: Solar, wind, and hydropower innovations adapted for Kazakhstan's climate, energy storage solutions, and smart grid technologies.

Sustainable Urban Development

Focus: Green building technologies, smart city infrastructure, urban heat reduction, and sustainable transportation solutions.

Agricultural Technology

Focus: Precision farming, drought-resistant crops, soil health monitoring, and sustainable farming practices for Kazakhstan's agricultural regions.

Circular Economy & Waste Management

Focus: Waste reduction technologies, recycling innovations, upcycling platforms, and closed-loop production systems.

Biodiversity & Conservation

Focus: Wildlife monitoring tools, habitat preservation technologies, ecosystem restoration, and biodiversity tracking systems.

Environmental Data Analytics

Focus: Big data solutions for environmental monitoring, satellite imagery analysis, pollution tracking, and ecosystem modeling.

Community Climate Resilience

Focus: Technologies that help communities adapt to climate change, disaster preparedness tools, and community-based environmental monitoring.

Clean Air & Carbon Capture

Focus: Air quality monitoring, carbon capture technologies, emission reduction solutions, and clean air innovations for urban areas.

Judging Process

Teams will present their projects to a panel of judges consisting of environmental scientists, sustainability experts, technology innovators, and representatives from environmental organizations. Each team will have 10 minutes to present, followed by a 5-minute Q&A session. Judges will score each project based on the criteria above, and winners will be announced at the closing ceremony on July 8, 2025.