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The Green Grid Challenge
Open Now!
Inspire your students to innovate for a greener future and compete for the chance to showcase their ideas live at the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Australian Grand Prix 2026.
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Formula 1® has set an ambitious goal to reach net zero carbon by 2030. The Green Grid Challenge invites Australian primary and secondary school students to join this mission through hands-on STEM learning, exploring how racing can become faster, smarter, and cleaner.
Students think like Formula 1® engineers and scientists as they design a Net Zero Race Car or Pit Stop of the Future that cuts emissions, reduces waste, and optimises energy use, while keeping the thrill of motorsport alive.
Aligned with the Australian Curriculum for Grades 4 to 12, the Challenge connects classroom learning with real-world innovation in motorsport. It develops creativity, critical thinking, teamwork and problem-solving, empowering young Australians to race toward a sustainable future.
Why the Green Grid Challenge Matters
STEM isn’t just theory - it’s how the world moves forward.
The Green Grid Challenge connects students directly with the real science behind the sport they love. From aerodynamics and renewable energy to sustainable design, this is STEM with purpose, speed and imagination.
This challenge:
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Aligns with the Australian Curriculum (Grades 4–12)
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Builds real-world understanding of sustainability and innovation
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Develops creativity, teamwork and problem-solving
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Brings classrooms together around a challenge that’s fun, relevant and future-focused
Inspire your students to dream like engineers, think like scientists, and race toward a sustainable future.
Get Started with the Green Grid Challenge
Start your engines - the Green Grid Challenge is now live!
All final Challenge documents, guides and marking rubrics are ready to download. Jump straight into forming teams, researching sustainable motorsport and creating your Net Zero Race Car or Pit Stop of the Future.
Everything you need is right here.
How the Green Grid Challenge Works
Once registered, you’ll receive access to the Interim Challenge Guide, packed with everything you need to run the Challenge at your school.
Here’s how it works:
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Teachers register their school and receive the Challenge Guide.
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Students form teams of up to five and choose a sustainability focus.
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Teams research, design and present their Net Zero Race Car or Pit Stop of the Future.
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Entries are submitted as a short 2–3 minute video or narrated presentation.
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Judging happens nationally, with the top Victorian teams invited to present live on stage at the Formula 1® Qatar Airways Australian Grand Prix 2026.
Bring the thrill of Formula 1® into your classroom and let your students race toward Net Zero.
Why Join from Outside Victoria?
Even if your school isn’t in Victoria, there’s every reason to get involved! Winning teams will receive trophies and exclusive Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix merchandise, and all participating schools will receive official certificates to recognise their students’ efforts. You’ll also be part of a national network of schools tackling the same real-world STEM challenge linked to the Australian Grand Prix, an incredible opportunity for students to connect classroom learning with one of the world’s most exciting sporting events.
Core scientific skills developed through the Green Grid Challenge.
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FAQs
Who can participate?
The Green Grid Challenge is open to all Australian students in Grades 4–12 from primary, secondary and home-school settings.
What resources will I receive?
Once registered, you’ll receive access to the Interim Challenge Guide, which includes everything you need to start planning, forming teams and beginning early design work. All registered schools will automatically receive the final AGPC-designed resources pack after 3 November 2025.
How are teams structured?
Each team can have up to five students. Schools may enter multiple teams across any year levels within Grades 4–12.
Is there a cost to enter?
No. The Green Grid Challenge is completely free for all participating schools and homeschool groups.
Can homeschoolers take part?
Yes. Homeschool students can register directly and access the same resources, deadlines and recognition as school-based teams.
What do students need to submit?
A short 2–3 minute video or narrated presentation explaining their design and how it helps motorsport move toward Net Zero.
When will I get the final resource pack?
The fully designed AGPC resource pack will be emailed to all registered schools after 3 November 2025 – you don’t need to re-register.
KEY DATES
Challenge Open: Now live (Interim Pack available)
Final AGPC Pack Released: After 3 November 2025
Submission Deadline: Friday, 13 Februray 2026
National Winners Announced: Friday, 20 February 2026
Victorian Finalists Annonced: Friday, 20 February 2026
Victorian Live Finals: Thursday, 5 March 2026 (at the Formula 1® Qatar Airways Australian Grand Prix)
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