October 1, 2019

The IMDEA Software Institute and EIT Digital organize the first hackathon in Spain on the use of blockchain for environmental action

Blockchain is not a fad, it is a promising technology that has wide applicability. Sustainability is not only a noun; protecting our planet has become a moral obligation. This is why chainrEaction has been created. It is the first hackathon organized by the IMDEA Software Institute y EIT Digital on the use of blockchain technology to develop sustainable solutions for the communities of the future and thus slow down climate change.

ChainrEaction has two main objectives: bring students closer to research and innovation in the area of blockchain; and contribute to the creation of novel solutions for a more sustainable future.

The event will take place from the 3rd to 5th of February 2020 in Madrid, Spain. A maximum of 33 students can attend and to make sure that you can get here, we will provide travel grants. You will enjoy a unique learning and hacking experience, with a program composed of research and industry talks, technical tutorials and ample time for hacking in groups of 3. You will be guided by top researchers from the IMDEA Software Institute and other research institutions.

The key areas of chainrEaction are:

1. Transforming urban communities. How can cities and citizens directly use blockchain to reduce pollution, carbon emissions, etc. and to incentivize greener living?
2. Greener infrastructures and preservation of natural resources. How can blockchains incentivize greener business practices or improve oversight by regulatory agencies?

We accept applications from students in Computer Science and related fields, at the BSc, MSc and PhD level. We will select the all-round strongest candidates – blockchain experience is not a must! Applications until the 17th of November 2019 (23:59 UTC) through: https://apply.chainreaction.es/.