About

The Green Campus Competition is an initiative open to undergraduate students across the Gulf region. It empowers youth leaders to develop innovative, sustainability-focused solutions that transform university campuses, in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The competition raises awareness, promotes resource efficiency, and fosters practical action within educational institutions — inspiring the next generation of sustainability champions.


GOALS

The Goals of the Competition

Raise Awareness

Increase awareness among students about the UN SDGs and their importance in addressing global sustainability challenges.

Promote Innovation

Encourage students to develop creative and innovative solutions to make educational campuses more environmentally friendly.

Engage Collaboration

Foster collaboration among students, faculty, and staff to implement sustainable projects on campus.

Inspire Action

Motivate students to take tangible actions that contribute to achieving one or more UN SDGs.


Who Can Apply

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  • Undergraduate students currently enrolled at universities across the Gulf region.

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  • Passionate about sustainability, innovation, and making a real difference on their campuses.

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  • Teams of up to 3 students (interdisciplinary teams are encouraged).

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  • Students with creative ideas aligned with one or more of the competition's focus SDGs.

Please note:
Finalist teams must be able (and permitted by their institution) to participate in the in-person Pitch Day and Awards Ceremony on August 14, 2025. Khalifa University will not be covering travel or accommodation costs, and attendance is required to be eligible for prizes.

Entry Categories

Participants should submit projects that make university campuses more sustainable, aligned with one of the three focus UN SDGs for 2025

Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12)

Projects that reduce waste, increase recycling or reuse, and promote efficient resource use within campus environments.

Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11)

Initiatives that enhance campus infrastructure, accessibility, and mobility through smart, sustainable urban design and transportation options.

Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7)

Ideas that improve energy efficiency, integrate renewable energy solutions, or reduce campus carbon emissions through innovative energy management.


How To Apply

Form a team of up to 3 eligible undergraduate students.

Develop a written proposal following the submission guidelines.

Apply and submit your proposal by July 16, 2025.

Shortlisted teams will be invited to pitch their projects at the final event on August 14, 2025 in Abu Dhabi.


Judging Criteria

Prizes

AED 10,000

AED 7,500

AED 5,000

Disclaimer: Student delegations and participation at the conference are subject to approval from the CoP29 committee.

COMPETITION TIMELINE

16

JUN

Competition Launch & Application Opens

23

JUN

Virtual Information Session at 11am

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3

JUL

Virtual Information Session at 11am

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16

JUL

Application Deadline

25

JUL

5 Finalist Teams Announced

28

JUL

Virtual Pitch Information Session

14

AUG

Final Pitch Day & Awards Ceremony