AI & Sustainability
From May 15 to 17, 2026, the Europe Tech Hackathon 2026 welcomes designers, innovators, and tech enthusiasts to the ÖBB Open Innovation Factory in Vienna. As a proud part of ViennaUP, Europe’s most dynamic startup festival, and hosted by Sustainista, this event challenges you to redefine the potential of AI agents. Together, we’ll tackle pressing challenges in sustainability, shaping solutions that create real-world impact. No matter your background, this is your chance to innovate, collaborate, and make a difference. Take part and be part of the transformation! GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!
What is a hackathon?
A hackathon is a collaborative event where programmers, designers, and entrepreneurs come together to develop software or hardware projects, often within a tight timeframe, to solve specific challenges or create innovative solutions.
The Europe Tech Hackathon, organized by Sustainista, stands out as the premier event by emphasizing sustainability in tech, attracting top-tier talent passionate about creating impactful, eco-conscious technologies.
This hackathon offers a unique platform for cross-disciplinary collaboration, access to cutting-edge resources, and mentorship from industry leaders, fostering an environment where groundbreaking green solutions are born.
Don’t hesitate. Start your partnership with Sustainista!
The Challenges
Challenge 1: Needs to be defined for 2026
Join Us as a Partner in Driving Europe’s Tech Future
The Europe Tech Hackathon, powered by Sustainista, brings together the most forward-thinking minds in sustainability, data, and digital transformation. Set at the intersection of purpose and innovation, this high-impact event offers a unique platform to co-create practical solutions for pressing challenges—from climate tech to inclusive digital infrastructure. We are currently seeking sponsors and strategic partners who share our vision for a resilient and tech-enabled Europe.
Challenge 2: Needs to be defined for 2026
Amplify Your Impact through Sponsorship
As a partner, you will gain visibility among Europe’s leading innovators, connect with top talent, and shape the agenda on sustainable technology. Whether through branding, challenge co-creation, or mentoring, your organization can help foster a vibrant ecosystem of change-makers. We invite you to help make this event not only possible, but truly transformative.
Draft Agenda I Europe Tech Hackathon 2026
Friday May 15th 2026 I Kick-off, Ideation, Team building I only for Hackers
15.00: Doors open at the venue I Gaia Chatbot prepares participants
16:00: Official Kick-off I Hackathon Introduction
16:45: Workshops I tailored to each challenge with our incredible mentors
17:45: Begin hacking I mentoring sessions
17:30 to 19.30 HR Corner: Apply at our partners such as TCI Consult
Work until 23.00 (or longer at home)
Saturday May 16th 2026 I Full Day Working I only for Hackers
9.00 Space opens
10.00 to 14.00 Mentoring from 15+ Mentors
17.00 Pitch Training I Pre-Selection of pitching projects
Work until 23.00 (or longer at home)
Sunday May 17th 2026 I Finalize your Project & Pitch I Public event
9.00 Space opens I Coffee by ViennaUP Coffee Roasters
10.00 Doors open for visitors I Pitch event
10.30 to 12.00 Pitch Session Start
Jury Jan Juriga (Wirtschaftsagentur Wien), Kati Schneeberger (BEJ), Tobias Amesberger (TCI Consult), Johannes Adler (Investor).
12.30 Award Ceremony & Media corner
