The EY Open Science Data Challenge 2025 is back | Register NOW

    The EY Open Science Data Challenge 2025 is here!

    Have you ever wondered how AI and data can help us find a solution against urban heat islands? Register now to join the EY Open Science Data Challenge 2025 and showcase your skills globally! Learn more about this year’s topic here.

    | Who can participate

    If you are, a university student, a recent graduate, a PhD student, or an early career professional with up to 5 years of work experience, then there is no excuse to miss this challenge 

    You can join this remarkable journey, either solo or as a team (up to 3 members) and start working on real data that will enable you to create a tech solution for a sustainable world .

    | The details of the challenge

    Phase 1 | January 20th – March 20th

    During the 1st phase of the challenge, you will be asked to develop a machine learning and AI model, by using data from various databases, allowing local authorities to predict and eventually face the problem of urban heat islands.

    Phase 2 | March 21st – May 4th

    Now, participants’ submissions will be evaluated and the top-scored ones, in terms of accuracy, compliance and innovation of the model created, will be qualified to the next round .

    The finalists should create the “content packages” , explaining how their idea can roll out as a solution. The judging panel will review the deliverables and select the winner(s) of this year’s challenge !

    | Eyes on the Prize 

    The Global Winner or Winning team will win cash prizes and will be invited to the dedicated awards ceremony!

    The clock is ticking, until the launch of the challenge on January 20th. Click the below and register NOW!

    https://challenge.ey.com/register