Girls Save The World

Girls Save The World

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Workshop Featuring the Food Waste Challenge by Independence Gardens & the Sea 2 Sky Sustainable Tiny Homes Competition

Sea 2 Sky Sustainable Tiny Home Competition

Challenge Rules and Guidelines

  1. Team Formation

Each team must consist of five participants. One member must be designated as the Team Lead, responsible for all communications with organizers.

  1. Tiny Sustainable Home Design Requirements
  • Designs must include basic living essentials: sleeping space, cooking area, and sanitation system.
  • Each home must integrate a sustainable food waste solution, such as composting, aquaponics, waste-to-energy systems, or vertical farming.
  • Homes should prioritize off-grid capabilities or demonstrate minimal environmental impact.
  1. Prototype Construction
  • Teams will build a scaled model of their Sustainable Tiny Home using upcycled or provided materials.
  • Models must not exceed 24 inches by 24 inches and must showcase key sustainability features.
  • A presentation board (physical or digital) must accompany the model and clearly explain the design concept, materials used, and sustainability innovations.
  1. Pitch and Judging

Each team will have 5 minutes to present their prototype to the judging panel. Projects will be evaluated using the following criteria:

  • Creativity and Innovation (30%)
    Original and practical solutions to food waste challenges.
  • Sustainability Impact (25%)
    Demonstrated reduction of waste and promotion of sustainable living.
  • Functionality and Design (25%)
    Evaluation of livability, feasibility, and resource efficiency.
  • Presentation and Teamwork (20%)
    Clarity, passion, and collaboration during the pitch.
  1. Awards and Incentives
  • The winning team will receive a $2,500 cash prize.
  • All participants who complete every session and attend both the prototype event and the Climate Action Workshop at EarthX 2025 will receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card.
  • Family and guests will receive a 10% discount to all EarthX events with coupon code: SEA2SKY10
  1. Special Awards

RiverRecycle Award
Awarded for the best use of materials made from River Recycle boards.
Learn more: www.RiverRecycle.com

Archimat Sustainable Products Award
Awarded for the best use of sustainable materials provided by Archimat.
A product list will be shared before the challenge begins.
Details: https://www.archimat.io

Key Sustainability Concepts to Explore

Circular Economy
Design systems that transform waste into valuable resources.

Food Security
Promote equitable access to healthy, sustainable food sources.

Renewable Energy and Water Conservation
Incorporate technologies that reduce reliance on fossil fuels and ensure efficient water use.

Hydroponics and Aquaponics
Explore soil-free growing systems that maximize space and resources.

  • Hydroponics uses nutrient-rich water to grow plants without soil.
  • Aquaponics combines fish farming with hydroponic plant growth in a closed-loop ecosystem.