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SUMMARY:YFN x EU Energy Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:YFN x EU Hackathon 2026: Powering Europe's Energy Future 📅 September 27\, 2026 | 📍 Munich | ⏱ 9:00–20:00 Join ~80 students\, researchers\, young professionals\, scientists\, startups\, and EU representatives for a one-day hackathon designing real solutions for Europe's energy and climate future\, hosted as a side event of Bits & Pretzels 2026. Organised by the Young Founders Network e.V. in partnership with the European Commission Representation Munich and Europe Direct Munich. What to expect 🎤 Morning keynotes & breakout sessions across three tracks: People & Citizens: energy communities\, just transition\, crisis communication Innovation & Business: startup models\, investment trends\, EU market opportunities Infrastructure & Cybersecurity: grid architecture\, energy security\, resilience ⚡ Hackathon (12:00–17:00): Interdisciplinary teams tackle a real-world energy challenge\, from concept to prototype in one afternoon. 🏆 Pitch competition & award ceremony (18:00–20:00): Top 5 teams present to a jury of founders\, policymakers\, and scientists. Winners pitch on the main stage at Bits & Pretzels in front of thousands of founders and investors. 🤝 Cross-sector networking throughout the day\, connect with the people actually building Europe's energy future. Whether you're a founder\, researcher\, student\, or policy enthusiast: this is where you meet your co-founders\, mentors\, and the jury that takes your idea to the next level. 👉 Apply now! Spots are limited to ~80 participants.
LOCATION:smartvillage Bogenhausen
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