YES Sustainability Innovation Challenge supported by Accenture
Are you ready to help shape a sustainable future for Switzerland?
Join us on 26. September 2026 for the Sustainability Innovation Challenge and sign up here!
The Sustainability Innovation Challenge offers young people aged 16 to 25 a unique opportunity to come together and envision a greener, more sustainable Switzerland. Whether you're participating as an individual or already part of a startup or project, we warmly welcome you to be part of this event! And don't worry: No prior knowledge needed.
What to expect on 26. September:
- Get-Together Breakfast
- Exciting inputs from industry experts
- Idea development in a team based on a challenge question (which will be revealed on site)
- Pitches of all ideas in German or English
- Closing with a networking break
- Important: bring your own device
Sign up individually or with a team of up to 7 participants! Registration closes on September 18, 2026.
On the day of the event, you’ll take part in workshops that provide knowledge and interesting insights into sustainability, tailored to the situation in Switzerland. You’ll also get to work alongside like-minded people and form groups on site to develop sustainable ideas for the country’s future together.
With lots of innovative spirit — and a bit of luck — you can impress the jury and win an amazing prize!
Need Inspiration?
Here are the winning ideas from recent years:
- A concept that brings together people of different generations and backgrounds in practical living arrangements.
- A concept for AI-powered rainwater planning to address urban flooding and wastewater infrastructure challenges in developing countries.
- A concept for algae-based cattle feed to reduce methane emissions from cows.
