Climate Vision 2020
Climate Vision 2020 is a week long Case Competition, where participating teams are challenged to explore specific ways Metro Vancouver can minimize their carbon emissionsThe event is kicked off on March 14th with a keynote speech and presentation of your team's research will be on March 21st
Climate Vision Q&A's
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Q: Why do you have helium balloons at your event?
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A: We fill our balloons depending on the events. Since our event takes place close to the LFS Gala, balloons were not filled specifically for this event.
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Q: What is the time commitment for this event?
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A: The keynote speech will happen March 14th from [10am-12pm] with lunch afterwards. Presentation are from 10:00-3:00 on March 21st and groups are expected to be free during the available for entire time. There will be a lunch break in at noon. Groups are expected to spend their own time between the two events to prepare. We suggest spending at least 20 hours individually for a successful presentation
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Q:Is the keynote event mandatory?
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A: Yes, everyone is expected to attend the keynote speech. However, requests to be excused will be evaluated at a case by case basis
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Q: I'm interested but I don't have a team! What do I do?
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A: Individuals can still register and we will add you to a team
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Q:Is there food provided?
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A: There will be lunch provided at both the keynote speech event and the presentation day. Please note any dietary restrictions when registering and bring your own cutlery and plate
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Q: How many team members are needed in a team?
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A: 4-5 people! We require participants in a team to be in at least 2 different faculties!
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Q: What can we get out of Climate Vision 2020?
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A: Experience, of course! This week-long case competition urges you to think outside the box to solve one of the world’s most crucial issues!
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Q: What’s the prize?
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A: $1000 for 1st place, $500 for 2nd place and $250 for 3rd place!! (edited)