Description
The 11th CASSINI Hackathon: Space for Water will take place from 24–26 April 2026 across multiple locations in Europe. The event brings together students, developers, entrepreneurs, and researchers to create innovative solutions using European space technologies such as satellite data from Copernicus and Galileo. Participants work in teams over a weekend to address water-related challenges and develop prototypes, supported by mentors, tools, and technical resources.
Programme outline at a glance
The hackathon runs over a three-day format combining:
- Opening sessions and challenge introduction
- Team formation and idea development
- Hands-on hacking with access to data and tools
- Mentoring sessions with experts
- Final project pitches and presentations
Participants are supported throughout with technical resources, training materials, and collaborative working environments.
Call for participation structure
Participants join in teams or individually and develop solutions within predefined challenge areas. The hackathon encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, combining technical, scientific, and business perspectives.
Space-for-water relevance
The hackathon focuses on using space-based data and services to address water-related issues. Participants apply satellite Earth observation and navigation technologies to challenges such as water management, environmental monitoring, and risk mitigation.
Previous editions of this event
CASSINI Hackathons are recurring European innovation events held multiple times per year, each focusing on a different theme (e.g. energy, health, environment).
Important dates / key deadlines
- 24–26 April 2026: Hackathon event dates
- (Additional deadlines such as registration may vary by location)
