Across Hackathon 2026 – 53 Hours of Innovation for Water Sustainability

The Across Hackathon 2026 will take place on 20–22 November 2026 in Perpignan, France. This international event will bring together participants from diverse backgrounds to develop innovative solutions to challenges related to water management and climate change.

The event is organised by the University of Perpignan Via Domitia in cooperation with the University of Girona, as part of the European university alliance Across, of which Bialystok University of Technology is a member.

Over 53 hours, interdisciplinary teams will work on practical solutions addressing challenges such as sustainable water resource management, water use in agriculture and urban areas, ecosystem protection, and climate change adaptation.

Participants will have the opportunity to receive guidance from experts and mentors, attend workshops, and build international connections. The event will conclude with project presentations before an international jury and an awards ceremony.

Who can participate?

The hackathon is open to students, researchers, entrepreneurs, professionals, and anyone interested in the event’s themes. No previous hackathon experience or ready-made project idea is required – participants can join a team and work together to develop solutions to selected challenges.

Date: 20–22 November 2026
Venue: UPVD IN CUBE, Perpignan, France

More information:
https://www.across-alliance.eu/hackathon-across-2026-innovating-for-water-in-the-cross-border-mediterranean-region/

Contact at Bialystok University of Technology:
Aniela Staszewska, MA
a.staszewska@pb.edu.pl