HELD UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF HIS EXCELLENCY ABDEL FATTAH EL SISI, PRESIDENT OF THE ARAB REPUBLIC OF EGYPT

30 MARCH - 1 APRIL 2026

EGYPT INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION CENTER

TRANSFORMING ENERGY THROUGH COLLABORATION, ACTION AND REALISM

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RACE TO ZERO CHALLENGE

EMPOWERING TOMORROW'S ENERGY LEADERS

The Race to Zero Challenge empowers youth to take the lead in driving innovative, actionable solutions that support the global transition to a net-zero energy future. It highlights the urgent need for bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and cross-disciplinary collaboration among the next generation of leaders, engineers, and changemakers. Through this challenge, students are invited to explore and address real-world energy and climate issues - paving the way for a more sustainable, equitable, and carbon-free world.

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RACE TO ZERO CHALLENGE CATEGORIES

EMERGING TRENDS IN ENERGY (1)
Renewable Energy & Clean Power
Renewable Energy & Clean Power

Projects that explore scalable solar, wind, bioenergy, or hybrid systems to replace fossil fuels and accelerate clean energy access.

UPSKILLING & RESKILLING
Sustainable Mobility & Low-Carbon Transport
Sustainable Mobility & Low-Carbon Transport

Ideas that promote greener transport including electric vehicles, sustainable fuels, or shared mobility solutions.

POWERING CHANGE
Digital Tools for Decarbonisation
Digital Tools for Decarbonisation

Tech-based innovations (apps, platforms, data systems) that track emissions, optimize energy use, or support climate resilience and planning.

BLUEPRINTS FOR SUSTAINABILITY
Energy Efficiency & Smart Solutions
Energy Efficiency & Smart Solutions

Innovations that reduce energy waste in buildings, industry, or infrastructure through IoT, AI, automation, or smart grid technology.

POWERING TOMORROW
Circular Economy & Waste-to-Energy
Circular Economy & Waste-to-Energy

Solutions that convert waste into usable energy, recycle materials, or extend the lifecycle of energy products in a closed-loop system.