Saudi Arabia launches first Energy Hackathon as Kingdom hosts World Petroleum Congress
The Ministry of Energy has opened submissions for the inaugural Energy Hackathon, under the patronage of Energy and Industry Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman.
Saudi Arabia has launched its inaugural Energy Hackathon, coinciding with the hosting of the 25th World Petroleum Congress in Riyadh. The event, organized by the Ministry of Energy, aims to engage young minds and industry experts in developing innovative solutions for the future of energy. The hackathon, themed "Ignite Your Ideas," will take place at the King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC) from October 7 to 9, 2026.
It will focus on addressing six challenges across three tracks: operational efficiency, innovative designs for smart fuel stations and hydrogen storage technologies, and smart control systems for grid failures and electrical load management. Participants will benefit from specialized workshops and mentoring sessions, with outstanding projects receiving further entrepreneurial support.
The closing ceremony will honor the winners alongside the conclusion of the World Petroleum Congress.
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