MAIN EVENT: MAY 24-30, 2026

THEENERGYTOINNOVATE

The next big energy breakthrough could start with you.

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FINALEMAY 30, 2026
HYBRID MODEL

VIRTUAL BUILD +
IN-PERSON STAGE

The 2026 roadmap bridges digital agility and physical connection. Work remotely during the sprint, then join us at Helix for the in-person finalist experience.

PHASE 1: THE VIRTUAL BUILD

Sunday, May 24 – Thursday, May 28.

72 hours of intensive online collaboration and hybrid mentoring via Discord and Microsoft Teams.

PHASE 2: THE IN-PERSON STAGE

Friday, May 29 – Saturday, May 30.

Finalist Prep Day in dedicated Classroom Hubs, leading to the Finale at the Helix Main Stage.

SPRINT ROADMAP

PHASE 1 · SUN MAY 24

KICK OFF

Opening session online — challenges unveiled.

PHASE 2 · MON–TUE MAY 25–26

BUILD PHASE

Three days of remote collaboration with intensive mentor support.

PHASE 3 · WED–THU MAY 27–28

PROJECT SUBMISSION & JUDGING

Solutions submitted; first-round judging determines top teams.

PHASE 4 · THU MAY 28

FINALISTS REVEAL

Top teams announced and invited to the in-person final stage.

PHASE 5 · SAT MAY 30

FINALE

Live ceremony at Helix followed by awards ceremony and recognition.

StudentsSTUDENTS

Build Something Real. Meet Amazing People. Win Big.

Work with talented students, build real solutions, compete for prizes, and connect with mentors and companies who could become your future employers.

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Meet the Talent Building the Future of Energy.

Connect with skilled students, showcase your brand, mentor the next generation of innovators, and discover talent for internships, projects, and future hiring.

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