IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025

Panchabhuthas FIVE Element Competetion

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About Environthon

The premier environmental innovation competition bringing together the brightest minds to tackle our planet's most pressing challenges

What is Environthon?

The third edition of this non-stop MARATHON, certified by the Limca Book of Records (LBR) and the World Book of Records London (WBR), will feature 30 continuous hours of deliberation on the Panchabhutas. The event will unite 30 partners from 30 countries, 30 states, and 30 districts, with 399 speakers contributing insights on 30 Climate Action targets aligned with the SDGs and 30 themes connected to COP30 (UN Climate Change Conference), which will take place in Brazil from 10 to 21 November 2025 The theme of IGEN ENVIRONTHON 2025 is Climate Adaptation and Financing to Sustain Harmony with the Five Elements (Panchabhutas). This theme aims to support climate change mitigation in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and will contribute actionable summit recommendations for COP30.

The Panchabhuthas Philosophy

Inspired by ancient wisdom, the Panchabhuthas (Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space) represent the foundational elements of our natural world. This year's challenge focuses on developing innovative solutions that respect and restore the balance between these elements.

Alignment with Global Goals

Environthon 2025 directly contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and supports the objectives of COP30, creating pathways for scalable environmental solutions with global impact.

Climate Action

Urgent action to combat climate change

Clean Water

Ensure availability for all

Life on Land

Sustainably manage forests

Competition Trophies

Recognizing excellence in environmental innovation and participation

Winners Rolling Trophy

Awarded to the top-performing team of Environthon 2025, this rotating trophy honors the most impactful solution to the Panchabhuthas challenge.

Made from sustainable materials, it reflects eco-conscious innovation and is given to the institution with the most winners.

Elemental Excellence Awards

Recognizing outstanding achievements in each of the five elements. Teams demonstrating exceptional innovation in Earth, Water, Fire, Air, or Space challenges will receive these distinctive honors.

Each award features design elements representing the specific natural element it celebrates.

Participants Rolling Trophy

Each Environthon 2025 participant receives a certificate and an eco-friendly seed-embedded token, honoring their commitment to sustainability.

Made from recycled materials, this recognition goes to the college or school with the highest number of participants.

Earth Challenges

Sustainable solutions for land management, agriculture, and waste reduction

Climate Smart Crop Design

Objective: To inspire participants to develop innovative and climate-resilient crops or cropping systems by integrating scientific research, sustainable practices, and indigenous agricultural knowledge β€” in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

Process:

  • Registration & Team Formation
  • Orientation Workshop
  • Ideation & Prototype Development
  • Shortlisting of Top Solutions
  • Final Presentation to Expert Jury
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Contact: Gayatri (7385155688), Shrushti (8605805828)

Organizers: Dr. Anjum Nazir Qureshi, Dr. Reena Vasanthi Williams

Zero Food Waste Innovation Challenge

Objective: To empower participants to design innovative, scalable, and practical solutions that minimize or eliminate food waste across the entire food value chain β€” from production to consumption β€” contributing to sustainable food systems and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) SDG 2, SDG9, SDG12, SDG13

Process:

  • Problem Identification & Research
  • Solution Design Workshop
  • Prototype Development Phase
  • Mid-term Review
  • Final Implementation & Presentation
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Contact: Gayatri (7385155688), Shrushti (8605805828)

Organizers: Dr. Anjum Nazir Qureshi, Dr. Reena Vasanthi Williams

Process Methodology for Both Competitions are same

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Water Challenges

Innovations for water conservation, purification, and ecosystem protection

Safe Water & Hygiene Poster

Objective: To encourage students to creatively express the importance of safe drinking water, proper sanitation, and climate resilience through impactful poster designs, fostering awareness and community responsibility.

Submission Guidelines:

  • Design a digital or hand-drawn poster as an individual or team.
  • Focus themes: safe water, sanitation, climate-related water risks.
  • Ensure creativity with scientific accuracy.
  • Include a 50-word caption explaining your message.
Submit Poster

Contact: 9655826872

Organizers: Dr. Bhuvaneshwari (MGR Univ), Dr. K. Manimala (Anna Univ)

River's Voice (Video Contest)

Objective: To inspire environmental empathy by encouraging participants to creatively voice the thoughts and emotions of a polluted or dying river.

Submission Guidelines:

  • Create a 1–3 Minute Solo or Duet Video
  • Use Any Expressive Format: Monologue, Poetry, Rap, Sketch, or Dialogue
  • Portray the River’s Story, Challenges, and Significance
  • Raise Awareness on Conservation Through Creative Storytelling
Submit Video

Contact: 8056597838

Organizers: Dr. Bhuvaneshwari (MGR Univ), Dr. K. Manimala (Anna Univ)

Process Methodology for River's Voice (Video Contest)

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Process Methodology for Safe Water & Hygiene Poster

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Fire Challenges

Energy innovations and sustainable industrial transformation

Bioenergy & Waste-to-Power innovation Hack

Objective:The event aims to foster innovation among students and young professionals by encouraging the development of practical, sustainable solutions for converting waste, bio-waste, and biomass into usable energy through eco-friendly and scalable technologies.

Process:

  • Registration & Team Formation
  • Technical Orientation Session
  • Shortlisting
  • Final Pitching / Prototype Display
  • Evaluation & Certificate
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Contact:

  • Dr. Selvaraj (9444062313) From Dr M.G.R educational and Research Institute
  • Tamilamuthan (9843096067) From PERI Institute of Technology
  • Dr. Richa Sinha (9654912855) From ABES Business School
  • Organizer: IGEN

    Green Industry Case Study Challenge

    Objective: Engage students and professionals in exploring industrial sustainability by analyzing or developing innovative strategies for cleaner production, energy efficiency, circular economy, and low-carbon technologies.

    Process:

    • Registration & Team Formation
    • Technical Orientation Session
    • Selection of Industry/Case Topic
    • Case Study Development
    • Submission and Review
    • Presentation & Certificate
    Submit Case Study

    Contact:

  • Dr. Selvaraj (9444062313) From Dr M.G.R educational and Research Institute
  • Tamilamuthan (9843096067) From PERI Institute of Technology
  • Dr. Richa Sinha (9654912855) From ABES Business School
  • Organizer: IGEN

    Process Methodology for Bioenergy & Waste-to-Power Innovation Hack

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    Process Methodology for Green Industry Case Study Challenge

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    Air Challenges

    Solutions for air quality improvement and pollution reduction

    Air Quality Quiz

    Objective: Test and expand knowledge about air pollution sources, impacts, and mitigation strategies through an engaging quiz competition.

    Competition Format:

    • Preliminary Online Qualifier Round
    • Semi-finals: Regional Centers
    • Grand Finale: On-stage Quiz
    • Themes: Atmospheric Science, Health Impacts, Policy, Technology
    Register for Quiz

    Contact: 9884509338, 9566069935

    Organizers: Dr. B. Thanuja & Dr. K. Suba

    Air Bytes (Micro Content Challenge)

    Objective: Create engaging micro-content (60-90 seconds) to raise awareness about air quality issues and practical solutions for everyday life.

    Content Formats:

    • Short Explainer Videos
    • Infographic Animations
    • Social Media Awareness Campaigns
    • Interactive Educational Content
    Submit Content

    Contact: 9884509338, 9566069935

    Organizers: Dr. B. Thanuja & Dr. K. Suba

    Space Challenges

    Innovations using space technology for environmental monitoring and solutions

    Coming Soon

    We're finalizing exciting challenges for the Space element. Check back soon for updates!

    For more information, please contact the event organizers.

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    Location

    IGEN Headquarters, Chennai, India

    Email

    info@igen-environthon.org

    Phone

    +91 44 1234 5678

    Working Hours

    Monday - Friday: 9AM - 6PM