About This Opportunity

The Schneider Electric Go Green Competition is a global student challenge organised by Schneider Electric, one of the world's leading energy management companies. Students form two-person teams to develop innovative, practical solutions around sustainable energy access — with a focus on real community impact. This year's theme centres on renewable energy for life and livelihood: bold ideas that improve energy access, wellbeing, and cost savings for real people. The top 10 teams advance to a global virtual finals to pitch their solutions.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Currently enrolled university student (any field — engineering, business, physics, and beyond are all welcome)
  • Must compete as a team of exactly two people
  • At least one team member must identify as female
  • Open to students globally

What You Get / Benefits

  • Access to Schneider Electric University's e-learning path on energy transition and sustainability
  • Mentorship from Schneider Electric's industry experts throughout the project development phase
  • A Solar Family Home Kit for each member of winning teams
  • The opportunity to pitch on a global virtual stage if selected among the top 10 teams
  • Exposure to one of the world's leading energy management companies and its professional network

How to Apply

  • Register individually via the competition portal using the link below
  • Form a two-person team — ensure at least one member is female
  • Develop your idea into a full business case focused on the renewable energy theme
  • Submit your entry before the deadline (August 28, 2026 at 11:55 PM UTC)
  • If selected among the top 10, prepare to pitch at the global virtual finals
  • Tips

    • You do not need to be an engineering student — Schneider explicitly welcomes students from business, physics, and other fields. Lead with the impact your idea creates, not just the technical details.
    • The judging emphasis is on practical, real-world solutions. Ground your idea in a specific community need with clear data or evidence.
    • Registration opened June 1, so do not wait — use the early weeks to research, find your teammate, and sharpen your concept before building out the full business case.

    ⏰ Registration is open now. The deadline to submit is August 28, 2026 at 11:55 PM UTC. Don't wait until the last minute.