By Ismah Ayomide Hassan

The Green Computing Foundation (GCF) has announced an open call for participants in its upcoming month-long online hackathon: the GreenMind Hackathon 2025.

This GreenMind Hackathon offers a unique opportunity for creative minds to collaborate and develop solutions that address critical environmental challenges within the technology sector. Participants are invited to contribute to a more sustainable future by focusing on eco-friendly innovations.

The core focus of this hackathon is green computing, a field dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of computing technologies and their use.

Embracing an open-source theme, the event encourages participants to build publicly accessible solutions that promote energy efficiency and sustainability in tech. This collaborative approach aims to leverage collective intelligence to tackle pressing environmental issues.

The primary aim of the GreenMind Hackathon is to foster innovation and build a community committed to a greener digital world.

It seeks to inspire individuals to develop practical, open-source solutions to real-world green computing challenges. Through these efforts, the foundation hopes to accelerate the adoption of sustainable practices across the global tech landscape.

Who can apply for the GreenMind Hackathon?

The opportunity is open to a diverse group of individuals passionate about technology and sustainability. The GreenMind Hackathon welcomes anyone looking to apply their skills to create positive environmental change, from students developers to researchers

Joining this innovative hackathon is designed to be straightforward and accessible. As an entirely online event, it removes geographical barriers, allowing eligible participants to join from virtually anywhere in the world.

Participants should be prepared to engage in an open-source development environment, contributing to projects that will benefit the wider community. Throughout the event, mentorship will be readily available to guide teams through their project development, offering valuable support and expertise.

Benefits

Participants are not only contributing to an important cause but also stand to gain significant recognition and rewards. The top three teams will receive cash prizes and exclusive GCF merchandise.
They will also earn the invaluable opportunity to publish their innovative work on GCF’s platforms, gaining wider exposure for their solutions.
Additionally, the top ten teams will be awarded GCF merchandise, and every single participant will receive a certificate of participation, acknowledging their efforts.

The Green Computing Foundation Hackathon officially commences on October 18, 2025. Participants will have a full 30 days to develop and refine their projects, with the event concluding on November 17, 2025. This month-long period provides ample time for creativity, collaboration, and project execution.

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The Green Computing Foundation is calling for participants to join the GreenMind Hackathon 2025, a month-long online event focused on eco-friendly innovations within the tech sector. The hackathon promotes green computing, aiming to minimize the environmental impact of technology use and encourages participants to create open-source solutions for real-world environmental issues. The event is accessible to anyone passionate about technology and sustainability, offering mentorship and support to teams throughout the process.

Participants stand to gain recognition, cash prizes, and GCF merchandise. The top three teams will receive cash rewards, and their projects will be published on GCF’s platforms for wider exposure. All participants will be acknowledged with a certificate of participation. The hackathon runs from October 18 to November 17, 2025, providing a platform for creative collaboration across the globe.