Building a better future for the planet
Against the backdrop of Atlanta’s biggest sporting moment this summer, Cox Enterprises brought Play With Purpose to life with a 3-day hackathon that tackled the sustainability challenges that matter most.
200+
Students participated
34
Universities represented
43
Final project submissions
25
Winners
Thank you to every student, mentor, judge and partner who helped make it possible.
Sustainability tracks they tackled
Sponsored by:
Energy
Innovate on energy operations for one of America’s premier energy companies.
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Agriculture
Preserving resources through agriculture and water conservation tech.
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Places & Spaces
Sustainable urban living. Smarter buildings and efficient use of city infrastructure.
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Making & Remaking
Circular economy solutions for waste reduction and material sustainability.
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Moving Things & People
Decarbonizing transport for people and logistics around the globe.
Sponsored by:
Freekick
Bring your own challenge! Any project that pushes the boundaries of sustainability.
Building with Atlanta’s best
Presenting sponsor
Atlanta-based leader operating and investing in businesses that are run well and do good in the world, always building what’s next.
Operating partners
Program Sponsors
