
Do you have what it takes to solve the world’s biggest challenges?
We think you do!
Do you have what it takes to solve the world’s biggest challenges?
We think you do!
Are you between 15 and 24? Join the Shape the Future Challenge to team up with passionate peers and world-class mentors to tackle one of our planet’s greatest challenges—climate change!
Whether you’re innovating breakthroughs in clean energy, reimagining urban mobility, or designing circular solutions, we want YOUR BOLD ideas.
Gain valuable skills, expert guidance, powerful tools, and a global platform to showcase your solutions. Connect, collaborate, and grow alongside inspiring changemakers worldwide.
And the best part? The winning team gets to experience an unforgettable week in Dubai, exploring one of the world’s top hubs for sustainability and innovation!
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.
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?