About This hackathon
The Piscataqua River Preserve: ClimaTech Challenge 2026 invites developers, designers, and environmental enthusiasts to converge in Portsmouth, NH, for an intense day-long hackathon focused on developing innovative technological solutions to combat climate change. Participants will leverage data science, IoT, and AI to create prototypes addressing local environmental challenges, from water quality monitoring in the Piscataqua River watershed to sustainable energy solutions for the region. This event aims to foster collaboration between tech talent and environmental advocates, generating actionable projects that contribute to a greener future for New Hampshire and inspire broader impact. Mentors from leading sustainability organizations and tech companies will be on hand to guide teams from ideation to prototype presentation, culminating in a showcase and judging panel.
