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SUMMARY:Industry Challenge: AI Serving Waste-to-Energy Operations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 24+ hour hackathon featuring challenges from Wasteer:\n📅 Date & Time: Thursday & Friday\, 21-22 May 2026\, 09:30-16:00 \n💡 The Industry Challenge 2026\nReady to make waste-to-energy operations smarter\, more data-driven\, and greener?\nThis is exactly what our industry partner\, Wasteer\, aims for. In 2026\, efficient waste incineration is more than just burning waste. \nDuring this hackathon\, teams will work with real industrial data to optimise the storage\, mixing\, and preparation of waste for incineration. Participants will tackle one of the most critical aspects of modern waste-to-energy systems: intelligent waste bunker management to maintain stable operations\, maximise energy yield\, and comply with regulations. \nWhat to expect\n\n50 selected participants working in teams\nHands-on experience with real-world industrial data\nA unique opportunity to combine creativity\, data science\, and industrial expertise\nAn exciting challenges with attractive prizes\n\nWhat to bring\n\nYour laptop (fully charged)\nCharger\nCuriosity and good vibes!\nif needed: Lilo & Sleeping Bag\n\nSchedule\nDay 1\n \n📍Welcoming Session: Lecture Hall @ TU Darmstadt\n📍Coding Sessions: In cooperation with hessian.AI \n\n09:30 – 10:00 – Doors open & Registration\n10:00 – 11:00 – Welcoming session & Challenge Introduction\n11:15 – 12:30 – Coding Session\n12:30 – 13:30 – Lunch break\n13:30 – 18:30 – Coding Session\nOpen Consultation Hour with the Wasteer Team\n18:30 – 20:30 – Dinner Break & Networking\n20:30 – late – Late-Night Coding Session\n\nDay 2 \n📍Coding Sessions: In cooperation with hessian.AI\n📍Final Pitches & Closing Session: Lecture Hall @ TU Darmstadt \n\n08:30 – 9:30 – Breakfast\n9:30 – 13:00 – Coding Session – Finalise your solution\nOpen Consultation Hour with the Wasteer Team\n13:00 Deadline to Submit the Project Presentation\n13:00 – 14:00 – Lunch break\n14:00 – 15:30 Final Pitches & Jury Decision\n15:30 -16:00 Award Ceremony & Closing Session\n\nTimeline\n\nApplications opens: Thursday\, April 23rd\, 2026\nApplications close: Thursday\, May 7th\, 2026\nParticipants notified: Tuesday\, May 12th\, 2026\nThe Industry Challenge is on: Thursday-Friday\, May 21st-22nd 2026\n\n♻️Special Goodie: Visit a waste plant on Wednesday\, May 20th. There will be a lucky draw from all participants \nFAQ\nIs participation free?\nYes\, participation is free of charge. \nWho can participate?\nStudents and anyone interested in solving the challenge are welcome to participate. \nWhat language will the hackathon be held in?\nThe jury presentations will be held in English. German- and English-speaking mentors will be available throughout the event to support you. \nHow do I  apply?\nYou can apply by clicking the “Apply here” button\, registering via Luma\, and completing the application form. \nWhat are the requirements to apply?\nThere are no formal requirements. However\, we will ask about your previous experience and skills in order to form balanced and well-matched teams. \nDo I need a team when I apply?\nNo\, you do not need to have a team before the event. Participants will be assigned to teams\, and we will ensure a balanced distribution of skills for each challenge team. \nWill food and drinks be provided?\nYes\, food\, snacks\, and drinks will be provided throughout the event.  \nDo I need to stay overnight?\nNo\, staying overnight is not required. If you live nearby\, you are welcome to go home and return the next day. \nQuestions?\nFeel free to reach out to \ndscdarmstadt AT gmail DOT com\nseverine DOT rupp AT hessian DOT ai
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/industry_challenge_wasteer2026/
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