Circular economy.

Circular economy

Circular economy.

Make repair-or-replace decisions before discarding products

Make repair-or-replace decisions before discarding products

Working products are thrown away because owners cannot tell whether repairing them is worth the cost.

Match surplus products to nearby business buyers

Match surplus products to nearby business buyers

Businesses throw away surplus products while other businesses buy the same products new because sellers cannot find potential buyers quickly.

Route used products back to manufacturers for refurbishment

Route used products back to manufacturers for refurbishment

Manufacturers receive fewer products for refurbishment because customers do not know how or where to return them.

Pinpoint avoidable material loss in business processes

Pinpoint avoidable material loss in business processes

Businesses cannot reduce waste because they cannot identify which processes generate the most avoidable material loss.

FAQ

Everything you need to know about participating.

Who can participate?

Anyone can join, no matter your background or experience level. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, or transitioning careers, this platform is designed to help you build real-world skills. We welcome diverse perspectives, including scientists, designers, engineers, analysts, marketers, educators, and more.

Is it free?

Yes, participation is completely free.

How to get started?

  1. Create an account.
  2. Choose a challenge you would like to work on.
  3. Follow guides to solve the problem (solo or in a team).
  4. Submit your solution.
  5. Receive feedback from experts and see results at the start of each month.

Are there any deadlines?

You can submit your case at any point. Challenge results are announced in the first few days of each month on the site and in community updates.

Can I participate as part of a team?

Yes, participants can submit the case as a team. There is no maximum number of team members, but we recommend up to five members.

How to obtain assistance from mentors?

Mentor support is optional. You can connect with mentors through the platform to get guidance or feedback - but you can also complete challenges independently.

Can participants apply multiple times?

Yes, participants can submit multiple cases, either solo or as part of a team.

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