Do you have what it takes to solve the world’s biggest challenges?
We think you do!
Over 2,000 brilliant young minds, aged 15 to 24, from 160+ countries joined the Shape the Future Challenge to tackle one of the biggest challenges of our time: climate change.
Through mentoring sessions, expert keynotes, powerful tools, and hands-on guidance, these bold changemakers stepped up, pushing boundaries, challenging norms, and transforming ideas into action.
170+ incredible solutions developed. Explore them now and meet those shaping our future!
Cheer on 7 bold climate ideas as they take the stage to shape a better future.
Join the Final Pitch ceremony on Aug 21, 3 PM UTC!
MEET THE FINALISTS
Discover the solutions of the top teams that advanced to the finals.
HOW IT WORKS
01
APPLY
JUN 6TH – JUN 30TH
Submit Your Application
– Apply as an individual or team, with or without an idea, until Jun 30 (midnight UTC)
– Receive your acceptance email to the challenge on Jul 1
– Get invited to the challenge space on the Moonshot Pirates platform
02
TEAM UP
JUL 3RD – JUL 6TH
Finding a Kick-ass Team
– Join the Opening Ceremony on Jul 3 to learn about the scope, winning criteria, and milestones
– Join networking events to connect with other pirates joining the challenge
– Form a team of 2-6 people by Jul 6 and set it up in the challenge space
03
CHALLENGE
JUL 3RD – JUL 31ST
Developing Your Ideas
– Develop a radical, feasible, and impactful solution for climate change
– Book expert sessions, participate in workshops, and reach challenge milestones
– Submit your idea together with a 1-min pitch video until Jul 31 (3 PM UTC)
04
FINALS
AUG 4TH – AUG 21ST
Voting & Final Pitching
– Selection of 7 final teams through online vote and criteria assessment
– Final Pitching of the team’s solutions for climate change
– Join us on August 21 for the award ceremony to see which team the jury selects as the winner
LET’S SHAPE
THE FUTURE
OF CLIMATE
TOGETHER

MEET THE MENTORS
Get access to the kind of expertise startups dream of – climate scientists, tech founders, coders, and brand builders. These top-tier global mentors will challenge your thinking, fuel your growth, and help turn your vision into a real-world impact.

Deep Datta

Yulya Bogdanova

Giorgio Catucci

Grete Ling

Jamie Nash

Stefan Kainz

Stephan Ziegler

Julius Ulrich

Ibrohim Abdivokhidov

Marwa Jamal

Nilay Aydogan

Lilia Yang

Daniela Martinez Alfaro

Cristina Juesas

Vic Halley

Omar Aloyoun

Craig Matthews

Marion Grammel

Esther Nkrumah Amoah

Horatiu Sofronie

Franck Michel

Abdelrahman Ahmad

Daniel Drack

Eduard Willms

Jared Cole

Erez Tsalik

Thomas Walbert

Exequiel Anfruns

Laurent Roger

Kat Haber

Simon Best

Aziz Gool

Martin Galeano

Gabriella Reynes Opaz

Anastasia Marinopoulou

Theresa Rothenbücher

Marwa Sarem

Raphael Mikl

Sarah Straub

Tyler Tucker

Michelle Bisset

Dino Osmanagić

Sarina Herold

Doris Strohmaier

Jules Harrison-Annear

Jude Amegashie

Dan Bouchoucha

Julie Kinsella

Dennis Kirpenstejn

Ralf Schiebel

Ibrahim Mustapha

Andrea Cordas

Alexandra Waldherr
THE WINNERS’ TRIP
Win the Shape the Future Challenge and experience an unforgettable week in Dubai! With a tailor-made program, you’ll explore one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities, where innovation meets sustainability.
Dive into exclusive workshops, connect with visionary startups and founders, and visit cutting-edge climate tech hubs and innovation centers. You’ll experience the bold ideas shaping tomorrow—from green energy to future cities.
IN COOPERATION WITH
These partners helped us put together this amazing experience for you!
THANK YOU, mates!
ANY OPEN QUESTIONS?