The Climate Science Olympiad is a student competition that brings together young people from all around the world and helps them take action against climate change by proposing solutions to real climate problems. There are four rounds to the competition: Qualifiers, Quarter Finals, Semi-Finals, and Finals, all of which take place online. The Qualifiers and Quarter Finals consist of multiple choice questions, while the Semi-Finals and Finals entail proposal writing. There are three age brackets: under 16s, 17-19, and 20-25 years old. Regardless of age, participants compete in the same qualifiers and answer the same type of problem statements but are only compared to their own age bracket. Winners are eligible for cash prizes and a free trip to the United Nations Climate Summit.
Location(s)
- Remote
Schedule
- Qualifiers:
- Mid July to late November (Early Bird)
- Mid January to mid May (Regular)
- Quarter Finals:
- Mid July to late November (Early Bird)
- Mid January to late May (Regular)
- Semi-Finals:
- February to March (Early Bird)
- June to July (Regular)
- Finals:
- September to October
Cost/Compensation
- Free
Eligibility Requirements
- Participants must be between the ages of 12 and 25
Deadline
- Late November (Early Bird)
- Mid May (Regular)
Application or Entry Requirements
- Complete an online registration form.
- Prepare for the competition by completing online courses and practice quizzes.
- Compete in a Qualifier round; the top 10% of participants will advance to the Quarter Finals.
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