Applications for EDUtech Planet Protectors 2025 Sustainability Challenge is now closed. Stay tuned for the shortlist of the 2025 finallists.
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PLANET PROTECTORS
Students leading the sustainability charge
5 & 6 November 2025
Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore
Imagine a place where student ideas spring to life, where their solutions tackle the planet’s most pressing issues – that place is none other than the EDUtech Planet Protectors arena! More than a competition, it’s a call to action for young minds eager to make a real difference in the world.
In the face of escalating environmental challenges, the need for sustainable solutions has never been more urgent. Yet, there exists a significant gap between awareness and action. The EDUtech Planet Protectors initiative seeks to bridge this divide, spotlighting the crucial role of student-led innovation in driving real-world environmental change.
The 2025 Challenge:
(Available in TWO leagues: K-12 League & HE League)
In today's world, the culture of overconsumption is placing immense pressure on the environment, natural resources and society at large. People are purchasing and using products at an unprecedented rate, often driven by social, economic and media influences rather than actual need. This behaviour results in excessive waste, the depletion of finite resources and increased greenhouse gas emissions – all contributing to climate change, environmental degradation and even the perpetuation of social inequalities.
To address these challenges, there is a pressing need to shift both individual behaviours and societal norms toward more sustainable consumption patterns. By rethinking our approach to consumption, we can work towards a more equitable, resource-efficient and environmentally friendly future.
Powered by Google tools, teams need develop an initiative to tackle overconsumption and show us your prototype.
K-12 League
Suitable for ages: 10 to 17 (Upper Primary/4th Grade to Junior College / High School / Grade 12)
HE League
Suitable for ages: 17 and above (ITEs / TVETs / Polytechnics / HEIs)
Why become a Planet Protector:
In the face of escalating environmental challenges, the need for sustainable solutions has never been more urgent. Yet, there exists a significant gap between awareness and action. The EDUtech Planet Protectors initiative seeks to bridge this divide, spotlighting the crucial role of student-led innovation in driving real-world environmental change. This initiative aims to:
✅ illuminate the potential of young minds in crafting sustainable futures
✅ spark a shift in educational paradigms
✅ drive greater emphasis on global citizenship
✅ address an immediate environmental issue
✅ cultivate a generation of mindful and resource-efficient individuals
Once projects have been developed, teams will be invited to showcase their prototype at EDUtech Asia in Singapore on 5-6 November 2025.
Suggested Google Tools to be used
⚙️ Chromebook
⚙️ Google Workspace for Education tools
⚙️ ChromeOS Flex
⚙️ Gemini & Gemini App
⚙️ Notebook LM
⚙️ Gems
⚙️ Google Maps & Maps API
⚙️ Google Earth
⚙️ Google Lens
⚙️ Google Earth Engine
⚙️ Google Cloud
⚙️ Google Translate
⚙️ YouTube
⚙️ Teachable Machine
⚙️ Tools listed on
experiments.withgoogle.com
⚙️ Any other Google tools or solutions
*Please note this Google Tool have an age restriction. Teams using them in violation of age restrictions will be penalised.
The awards
JUDGES' CHOICE AWARDS
A panel of expert judges will evaluate the students' proposed solutions and rank the best three teams from each league.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS
Head to the EDUtech Planet Protectors Arena to hear the students' pitches and vote for your favourite project! Make your vote count!
Hear what the past participants have to say
Enderun Colleges
NUS high Promo video
TEAM ITE Students
TEAM ITE mentor
Common FAQs
Each team must have 3-4 students. Additionally, each team must be chaperoned by an educator from their school/ institution.
If your application is shortlisted, all team members must be physically present at EDUtech Asia 2025 in Singapore on 5 and 6 November 2025.
Yes, the challenge is a regional, inter-school competition, so students must belong to the same institution. However, they can be from different years or age groups.
Yes, each team must have an educator chaperone, regardless of the students’ league (K-12 or Higher Education). This ensures safety during travel and proper use of technological tools.
Judges’ Awards:
The judges will score each team and determine the top three winning teams from each league.
People’s Choice Awards:
Teams can also win one of three People’s Choice Awards – voted by attendees onsite.
The Champion of each league will also receive a special prize sponsored by Google for Education. Prizes will be revealed in time.
K-12 League: students should be aged between 10 and 17 years old by November 2025.
Higher Ed League: students should be 18 or older by November 2025.
Teams must adhere to the age and legal requirements for Google tools in their respective countries. Violations, even with assistance from educators or family members, will result in a 20-point penalty in judging scores.
Please refer to the official competition timeline provided above for key dates.
There are no entry fees to join the competition. However, finalists are responsible for funding their own travel to Singapore for the event.
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