About This hackathon
Desert Bloom AI challenges developers, designers, and data scientists to create innovative technological solutions tailored for arid and semi-arid regions. Focusing on critical issues such as water conservation, efficient energy utilization, and climate change adaptation, participants will leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning to build impactful prototypes. Teams will have access to expert mentors from local universities and environmental organizations, along with datasets on New Mexico's unique ecological challenges. This 12-hour intense hackathon aims to foster groundbreaking ideas that contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future for communities facing similar environmental pressures worldwide, culminating in pitches to a panel of venture capitalists and environmental leaders.