Calling Software developers : Win over $40,000 in prizes
Tuesday March 30, 2010 , 2 min Read
Design fun and innovative climate action apps using government data
The Apps for Climate Action Contest challenges Canadian software developers(sorry only for Canadian developers) to raise awareness of climate change and inspire action to reduce carbon pollution by utilizing data in new applications for the web and mobile devices.
A leader in climate action, the Government of B.C. created a public catalogue of its best climate and greenhouse gas emission data.
Adjudication Criteria:
1. Usefulness and relevance of the Application to raising awareness of climate change and climate related issues
2. Innovation and creativity
3. Visual appeal
4. User experience
Step 1: Read the Contest Rules, then Register
Step 2: Check out the Climate Change Data Catalogue to see the data your App can use
Step 3: Build your application and check back for ongoing development support
Step 4: Submit your App and show off your skills in the Apps Gallery
Prizes:
* Mobile App
Grand Prize: $3000
Second: $2000
Third: $1000
3 x Honourable Mention: iPhone*
* Web App
Grand Prize: $3000
Second: $2000
Third: $1000
3 x Honourable Mention: iPhone*
* People's Choice
Grand Prize: $3000
Second: $2000
Third: $1000
3 x Honourable Mention: iPhone*
* Best of BC
Grand Prize: $2000 + 3 Harbour Air Certificates*
Second: $1000 + 3 Harbour Air Certificates*
Third: $500 + 3 Harbour Air Certificates*
1 x Honourable Mention: iPhone*
3 x Honourable Mention: Harbour Air Certificate*
* Overall Best App
Grand Prize: $5500
*iPhones don't include a service plan; each Harbour Air Certificate is a return flight for two people redeemable on scheduled flights and scenic tours.
