Poznan Hackathon
29 – 31 August
Schedule of the hackathon in local time in Poznan
Local host
Poznan Science and Technology Park
Poznan Science and Technology Park (PSTP), established in 1995 as Poland’s first technology park, is operated by the Adam Mickiewicz University Foundation. PSTP is a hub for innovative companies, startups, and entrepreneurial scientists, facilitating the commercialization of research through consulting and R&D services. Supported by well-equipped laboratories, office spaces, and advanced research equipment, PSTP’s activities include research services and technology incubation via five research centers. The organization also offers entrepreneurship courses, business plan competitions, investment readiness, and investor forums. Additionally, PSTP focuses on technology scouting, consulting, and fostering science-business collaboration. PSTP supports EU missions on climate adaptation and climate-neutral, smart cities by driving technological innovations and sustainable practices. Major projects include GreenTech 2.0, which empowered green tech clusters to support SMEs in growth opportunities and resource-efficient solutions. Currently, PSTP is part of the Life After Coal consortium, aiming to help regions achieve climate neutrality through action plans and progress monitoring.
Jury Members
Sylwia Slomiak
With more than 15 years in international climate and energy transition, Sylwia currently works primarily with Eurocities, supporting local authorities and promoting non-subsidy financing. She has worked for the Swiss, UK, and Australian governments and managed a €145M portfolio benefiting 70,000+ households.
Maria Neneciu
Maria is interested in how culture can build transformation capacity in urban transitions. She coordinated a series of design & community-driven creative projects and platforms for more than 15 years, such as Bucharest Creative District and RDW and currently she is an Advisor on New European Bauhaus.
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