COP31 Youth Climate Ideathon 2026 in Türkiye: Apply to Develop Climate Solutions and Join the International COP31 Ideathon in Antalya
The COP31 Youth Climate Ideathon invites young people in Türkiye to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams and develop practical solutions for urgent environmental challenges. Organized by the Turkish Ministry of Youth and Sports, the programme offers mentorship and a potential pathway to an international ideathon in Antalya.
Overview
The COP31 Youth Climate Ideathon 2026 in Türkiye is a youth-focused climate innovation and solution-development initiative organized under the Turkish Ministry of Youth and Sports. The programme brings together young participants to work in multidisciplinary teams over a three-day intensive experience to address real environmental problems across eight thematic areas:
- Green Skills and Climate Literacy
- Youth Participation and Climate Leadership
- Adaptation and Resilience to Climate Change
- Air Pollution, Clean Air and the Green Transition
- Combating Forest Fires, Drought and Water Stress
- Agriculture and Food Security
- Renewable Energy and Carbon Footprint Reduction
- Youth-Friendly and Environmentally Friendly Sports Facilities
Selected teams will present their innovative proposals to a jury, with top-performing groups earning the opportunity to advance to an international ideathon in Antalya during the COP31 process.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Aged between 15 and 29 years old.
- Residing in Türkiye and eligible to participate via the Turkish Ministry of Youth and Sports' E-Genç platform.
- Interested in areas such as climate change, sustainability, environmental protection, zero waste, or the circular economy.
- Able to participate in the full three-day ideathon event hosted across seven regional cities (Istanbul, Rize, Adana, Konya, Izmir, Mardin, and Erzurum).
Benefits
Participants will experience the following advantages:
- Hands-on experience in practical climate innovation and multidisciplinary teamwork.
- One-on-one guidance and mentorship from field experts.
- Opportunities to pitch solutions before a professional jury and build communication skills.
- Networking connections with peers across Türkiye and potentially international participants in Antalya.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their applications via the E-Genç Platform. A successful submission requires a short solution proposal addressing one of the eight programme themes that clearly defines the problem, affected populations, proposed solution, innovation, and feasibility.
Deadline
The application deadline is not explicitly stated in the programme information. Prospective applicants should monitor the official application portal promptly for updates.