Innovation met collaboration at the Clyntech Accelerator Hackathon, where Berytech, in collaboration with Zaka AI challenged entrepreneurs to rethink, adapt, and pitch bold clean technology solutions in just one day.
The hackathon stood out by bringing together two groups: green innovators with impactful sustainable solutions and tech innovators with tools, prototypes, or smart technologies. By combining these perspectives, participants were encouraged to co-create greentech solutions that could deliver real-world impact.
A total of 25 innovators formed 9 teams, each blending different skills and perspectives. The event welcomed anyone with a green innovation, a tech prototype, or simply a skillset and an open mind to collaborate. Engineers, coders, scientists, and entrepreneurs joined forces to apply their expertise in new ways and tackle pressing clean technology challenges.
Throughout the day, participants worked on:
- Bringing green solutions and technologies to life through innovative collaborations
- Applying tech solutions to help grow the clean and green sectors
- Forming diverse teams with complementary skills
- Improving and adapting prototypes to fit new needs
- Building or co-creating greentech solutions designed to make an impact
The energy of the hackathon was matched by the support network around it. Participants were guided by 8 external mentors, 10 Berytech mentors and team members, and a jury of 3 experts, including specialists in AI, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.
The day wrapped up with a pitching competition, where three winning teams were awarded:
- 1st Place – $750 + fast-track to the accelerator’s first-phase interviews
- 2nd Place – $500 + fast-track to the accelerator’s first-phase interviews
- 3rd Place – $250 + fast-track to the accelerator’s first-phase interviews
As a partner, Zaka AI played a central role in the experience. Beyond delivering an engaging workshop on AI for entrepreneurs, they also opened doors to potential training and coaching opportunities for the winning teams.
The Clyntech Hackathon was more than just a competition, it was a space for innovators to test their ideas, collaborate across disciplines, and experience firsthand the value of community-driven entrepreneurship.
