Judging Criteria

Alignment with Competition Theme (20 points)

• Depth of understanding of the competition theme and its relevance to the proposed solution

• Incorporation of principles of sustainability, equity, and social impact into the proposed solution

Innovation and Creativity (25 points)

• Originality and uniqueness of the proposed solution

• Use of novel approaches, technologies, or methodologies

• Potential to disrupt existing practices or offer transformative change

Technical Feasibility and Viability (20 points)

• Soundness of the technical approach and underlying principles

• Feasibility of implementation within the given constraints and resources

• Consideration of scalability, sustainability, and long-term viability

Potential for Impact (25 points)

• Ability of the proposed solution to address the identified problem or challenge

• Magnitude and breadth of the potential positive impact on society, the environment, or specific communities

• Consideration of unintended consequences and mitigation strategies

Clarity and Quality of Presentation (10 points)

• Effectiveness of the pitch in communicating the key aspects of the solution

• Use of visual aids, data visualizations, and other supporting materials

• Overall organization, coherence, and persuasiveness of the presentation