IdeathonAt the heart of Climathon Waikato is an Ideathon. Spend the weekend working in a team with fellow changemakers to ideate, develop, test, and pitch your ideas for climate action. Coming May 2024.
Taking action for a greener future, together.
Time for change. Be the change.
In the face of the climate crisis, we are far from powerless. Climathon is your chance to act - join us to explore how you can use your skills to drive forward transformative change to our climate crisis.
Passionate about sustainability?
Climathon Waikato is an event series, designed to help you use your skills to advance climate solutions.
All are welcome - whether you just want to learn more about sustainability, or are already a passionate climate activist.
Together, we'll rethink the way we live and find new ways to create a future we're proud to pass onto the next generation.
Our next warm-up event: Climate Connect Festival
Connect, enable, inspire for climate action
Join us for a transformative day of climate action at the second annual Climate Connect Festival. Immerse yourself in the world of sustainability, collaborate with like-minded individuals, and re-imagine the way we live in order to drive the transition towards a zero-carbon society. Enjoy networking opportunities, panel discussions, and interactive workshops.
Who is Climathon for?
Climathon is for you if you:
Share our vision for a greener and more sustainable future
Care about our environment, and are motivated to safeguard it for current and future generations
Seek the tools, knowledge, and inspiration needed to leave a lasting impact on the world
Believe in the power of small actions, and are eager to contribute to change
Want to learn how your unique skills and passions can play a role in creating a more sustainable world
Are curious and open-minded, ready to explore solutions and strategies for a better future
We welcome those of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and genders to join us. It doesn't matter whether you just want to learn more about sustainability, or are already a passionate climate activist ... there's something for everyone to learn, enjoy, and contribute!
"It was awesome to create our own ideas, be in touch with mentors, and connect with other people who wanted to make a difference"
- Ideathon participant
"What a day! When creative and passionate people come together, magic happens! So proud to be part of the Climathon Waikato Ideathon. Looking forward to seeing the visions become reality"
- Ideathon expert
"This initiative has limitless potential and will serve to develop a climate change legacy for future generations to build on"
- Ideathon expert
What do you receive?
By joining our community, you can:
Gain access to valuable insights and information about climate action, sustainability, and innovative solutions
Join a passionate community of like-minded changemakers
Explore practical tools, resources, and strategies to take tangible action for a greener future
Learn directly from experienced climate experts, activists, and practitioners who can guide you on your journey toward effective climate action.
Expand your horizons, develop new skills, and experience personal growth
Contribute to real, lasting change in the Waikato
Waikato's Climate Movement
Over the past two years, we've brought together students, professionals, climate experts, and citizens from across the Waikato to co-create solutions to our shared climate challenges. If there's one thing we've learnt, it's that collaboration holds the key to a greener future.
16
events delivered across Hamilton Raglan, Ngāruawāhia, Waipā, Tokoroa, Matamata & Paeroa
300
people, aged 13 - 70+, have joined us to collaborate, learn, and reimagine the future
4,200
hours have collectively been contributed to climate action
A few of our highlights ...
Living the Change
A film screening and fireside discussion
Roadshow
A 350km cycling journey across the region
Ideathon 22
Waikato's inaugural hackathon for climate action
Ideathon 23
A 13-hour hackathon event to co-create climate solutions
Eco-Anxiety
A virtual panel exploring eco-anxiety and how to channel it
Climate Connect
A festival of climate action
See what participants have to say about Climathon
Could e-bikes save the world? Harland seems to think so. During the 2022 Ideathon, he developed an idea to champion e-bikes as an alternative mode of transport. This year, he returned to the Ideathon to share his learnings and mentor a new cohort of Climathonians. Harland Sinclair, Climathon Waikato 2022 Innovation Prize Winner
Is collective action the key to climate action? At the 2022 Ideathon, Sija began developing Climate Commons - a non-profit trust that has gone on to connect and empower changemakers across Aotearoa. Soon, she'll be releasing a documentary bringing to light stories of climate action.Sija Soman, Climathon Waikato 2022 Community Prize Winner
Keen to learn more?
Get in touch with our team today.
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