Reboot the Earth
48hrs Reboot the Earth Hackathon
Tuesday 14 October
09.30 - 17.30
Acceleration Zone (D085)
Reboot the Earth is an initiative by the United Nations that brings together young programmers, innovators, and technologists through a series of hackathons. The objective is to leverage open data and apply technological solutions to tackle the ongoing climate crisis. The program provides a platform for young people worldwide to create software that addresses climate-related issues, based on the specific needs of their communities.
The first edition, held in 2019, saw participants from seven countries, while the 2025 edition included participants from New York, India, Ethiopia, Morocco, Rome, Rwanda and online, working on challenges related to water conservation, drought management, and AI for climate resilience.
Reboot the Earth 2025 will empower young innovators to actively participate in solving global climate challenges. By leveraging open-source technology and promoting collaboration across borders, the event will contribute to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and drive tangible action toward climate resilience. This initiative will also foster community-driven solutions, improving climate resilience in vulnerable regions, and encouraging scalable technological innovation.