The Changemaker Green Challenge is an opportunity for high school students to develop projects that reduce waste, promote sustainable living, address climate change, enhance biodiversity, and more, utilizing a variety of disciplines, from coding to gardening to art.
Applications will be open from September 21, 2026 - November 8, 2026.
IMPORTANT NOTE!
We know that high school students are busy, so we've done our best to minimize the time commitment during the school year.
To participate in the Changemaker Green Challenge, you need to do some background research and propose a project idea, but you don't actually have to protoype or implement the project before pitch night (unless you want to) on March 23, 2027.
If your project is selected, then Accelerate Climate Solutions will support project implementation during the summer of 2027 with funding and/or paid internship(s).
Teams of 1-6 people are eligible!
We strongly encourage you to work with at least one other person.
What is the Changemaker Green Challenge?
Previously called the BLAST Competition (2024-2026), the Changemaker Green Challenge was developed to encourage high school students to bring their ideas for sustainable solutions to life.
Through this challenge, students will create pitches with a chance to receive:
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Up to $1,500 of project funding and/or
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Paid summer internships (up to $1200)
Applications Now Open!
Applications for the Changemaker Green Challenge open on September 21 and are due by midnight, November 8, 2026.
Not quite ready to apply?
- Sign up for a Virtual Informational Session
- Gather your team (1-6 people)
- Explore project ideas
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