Why SDG
This nationwide movement harnesses the creativity and determination of Sri Lanka’s youth, inspiring action toward a better tomorrow. Participants will pitch bold ideas addressing one of the seventeen SDGs presented by United Nations.
Winners will gain well-deserved recognition and unlock valuable opportunities, including seed funding and the chance to showcase their ideas on prestigious platforms. By participating, students will become catalysts for progress, actively shaping Sri Lanka’s journey toward a more sustainable and prosperous future.
Why Participate?
Contribute to Global Sustainability
Directly engage with national challenges and develop impactful solutions aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Transform Ideas into Reality
Apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges, fostering creativity, innovation, and hands-on problem-solving skills.
Learn from Experts
Gain invaluable insights from industry professionals and sustainability leaders, enhancing your understanding of real-world solutions.
Build Your Network
Connect with like-minded peers, mentors, and industry experts, expanding your professional and academic network for future opportunities.
Win Recognition & Prizes
Outstanding teams will receive cash prizes, scholarships, seed funding, and internship opportunities to further their projects and career growth.
- Who is eligibilie to participate?
- What is the registration process?
- What is the competition format?
- What are the important competition dates?
- Are there any mentoring sessions for registered teams?
- What are the evaluation criteria?
- Are there any awards and prizes?
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Open to undergraduate students currently enrolled in state or non-state universities in Sri Lanka with a valid university student ID.
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Participants must enter the competition as a team consisting of 3 to 5 members.
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Each team must nominate an academic staff member from their university as a mentor.
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Register your team through the following Google form link Registration Link
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Register your team on or before 30th June 2025.
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Provide a brief description of your project or idea.
The challenge consists of three rounds, each designed to test creativity, feasibility, and impact.
- Round One: Concept Paper Submission
- Round Two: Poster & Prototype Presentation
- Final Round: Industry Panel Evaluation
- Team registrations: 30th June 2025
- 1st Round - Submission of the concept papers: 31st July 2025
- Announcing of selected teams at the 1st round: 15th August 2025
- 2nd Round - Poster and prototype presentations: 30th September 2025 (At University of Kelaniya)
- Announcing the selected teams at the 2nd round: 30th September 2025
- 3rd Round—Final presentations will be held at the ICBI conference on 25th November 2025
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1st Awareness Session: 15th July 2025 (via Zoom)
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2nd Awareness Session: 20th August 2025 (via Zoom)
Round One: Concept Paper Submission
- Relevance to the selected SDG
- Originality of the idea
- Sustainability of the solution
- Creativity and innovation
- Environmental and societal impact
- Quality of the concept paper
- Effectiveness of the presentation
- Confidence in the proposed solution
Round Two: Poster & Prototype Presentation
- Creativity of the poster
- Feasibility of the solution
- Quality of the prototype
- Team’s confidence in their proposed prototype
Final Round: Industry Panel Evaluation
- Commercial viability of the solution
- Creativity and innovation
- Expected cost of production
- Environmental and societal impact of required materials
- Quality of the final pitch
- Winner Rs.100,000
- First Runner-Up Rs. 75,000
- Second Runner-Up Rs. 50,000
Contact the Coordinator
Prof. Madurika Nanayakkara
0701911997
madurikan@kln.ac.lk
