Mingachevir State University organized the “Energy Efficiency and Green Technologies Hackathon” to promote efficient use of energy resources, advance environmentally friendly technologies, and develop students’ innovative thinking in this field. The event was jointly held by the Departments of Energy, Physics and Ecology, and the Lifelong Learning School.

During the hackathon, participants analyzed current energy challenges and worked on innovative solutions to increase energy efficiency and minimize environmental impact. Teams developed projects in renewable energy adoption, reducing energy losses, establishing smart energy management systems, and monitoring and optimizing energy consumption.

A key feature of the hackathon was the integration of technological approaches with ecological principles, resulting in practical and implementable solutions. Projects considered energy efficiency alongside economic viability and long-term sustainability, enhancing their applicability.

Participants engaged in intensive teamwork, rapidly developing their ideas from conceptual models to practical solutions. This process strengthened analytical thinking, innovative approaches, and problem-solving skills.

In the final stage, teams presented their projects to the jury, which evaluated innovation, technological feasibility, impact on energy saving and the environment, and applicability. The most successful projects were recognized and participants received recommendations for future development.

The “Energy Efficiency and Green Technologies Hackathon” has proven to be a strategic initiative promoting integration of energy and ecological knowledge, increasing interest in green technologies, and encouraging sustainable development practices among students. The event contributed significantly to forming responsible technological and ecological approaches and advancing a more sustainable future.