Celebrating Innovative Minds: Winners of Designing Futures 2050

Revealing Winners of the Designing Futures 2050 Competition

BE OPEN has proudly announced the winners of the Public Vote and Founder's Choice Prizes in the Designing Futures 2050 competition, which is now in its sixth year. This competition is tailored for students, recent graduates, and young professionals to engage creatively with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Competing for a Sustainable Future

The Designing Futures 2050 competition challenges participants to reinterpret the SDGs according to the present-day realities they observe. Entrants are encouraged to propose actionable and scalable solutions across three themed categories: Battling the Problems of Today, Creating the Visions of Tomorrow, and Adjusting the SDGs. This structure fosters creativity and ingenuity among contestants, pushing them to envision impactful changes.

Thoughts from the Founder

Elena Baturina, the founder of BE OPEN, reflects on the ongoing commitment to the SDGs: "For six consecutive years, we have inspired youths across the globe through design and innovation challenges aligned with the UN SDGs. Each year, we are thrilled to receive a multitude of remarkable, innovative submissions from young creatives. This continuous engagement highlights our belief that empowering youth with education and inspiration is key to driving significant change. Our mission is to equip this generation with the creativity, knowledge-sharing, and collaborative skills they need to tackle future challenges."

Recognizing Excellence in Student Innovation

The competition awarded the Founder's Choice Prize, worth 3000 euro, to Jeanne Begon-Lours and Lucy Dain-Williams from the Imperial College London. Their project, Tera Mira: Working with Nature to Drive Meaningful Change in Stretch Textiles, focuses on developing a biodegradable alternative to elastane using the natural properties of seaweed. This innovation is set to replace synthetic materials, minimize reliance on fossil fuels, and reduce toxicity and microplastic pollution.

Public Vote Prize Winner

The Public Vote Prize was awarded to Komborero Victor Kangai and Tinotenda Chrispen Makoni for their project CALMs: Computer Aided Learning Management Suite. Their creation provides innovative solutions to bridge the digital divide in Zimbabwe's education system by utilizing Television White Spaces (TVWS) technology. This project offers affordable and stable connectivity and enhances learning opportunities, even in low-network areas.

Supporting Future Innovators

In addition to financial awards, all winners will receive access to impactful educational opportunities and a fully funded trip to a significant sustainability-focused event, allowing them to showcase their projects to key decision-makers and global audiences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Designing Futures 2050 competition?

The Designing Futures 2050 competition invites students and young professionals to offer innovative solutions related to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Who were the winners of this year's competition?

The winners include Jeanne Begon-Lours and Lucy Dain-Williams for their project Tera Mira, as well as Komborero Victor Kangai and Tinotenda Chrispen Makoni for their project CALMs.

What is the Founder's Choice Prize?

The Founder's Choice Prize is a monetary award granted by BE OPEN's founder, Elena Baturina, to recognize outstanding projects aimed at environmental and social betterment.

How does the competition support the winners?

Winners receive financial grants, educational opportunities, and travel to present their work at a major sustainability event.

What themes are featured in the competition?

The competition focuses on three main themes: Battling the Problems of Today, Creating Visions for Tomorrow, and Adjusting the SDGs.

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