Enter the OurEcho Challenge

Step-By-Step

The OurEcho Challenge empowers young leaders (ages 13-16), in teams of 1-3, to become principal investigators of their own biodiversity research.

  1. EXPLORE natural resources in your community and region. IDENTIFY threats to local ecosystems and biodiversity.
  2. BRAINSTORM & PROPOSE a solution to restore biodiversity in your community.

    Feel free to use these helpful resources: 
    + US Action Plan (optional)
    + UK Action Plan (optional)
    + Project Planning Worksheet (optional)

    Looking for inspiration? Meet the previous OurEcho Challenge winning teams to learn about their projects.
  3. SUBMIT your idea by completing the step-by-step Application Packet:
    US Teams Application Packet
    UK Teams Application Packet

    Feel free to include:
    + supporting visual documents, such as pictures, drawings, etc. (optional)
    + supporting videos (optional)
    +
    UK Entries MUST include a completed Guardian Consent Form (required for UK).


The Fine Print:
Be sure that you have read and reviewed the official rules.  For questions or support, please contact OurEchoChallenge@earthecho.org