Rubric


Category / Criterion Points
(100)
Problem Scoping / 10
To what extent has the team conducted thorough research into the climate-related challenge prompt they have selected? Have they appropriately selected quantifiable metrics their solution aims to impact? Are the values provided reasonable and well-researched?
Solution / 50
Does the solution address the challenge prompt?
Does the team have a comprehensive understanding of the technical challenges their solution presents? Do they have a plan for how to overcome these challenges?
To what extent has the team conducted thorough analysis of the potential environmental impact of their solution? To what extent is this analysis reasonable and backed by research/evidence?
How effective is their proposed solution in addressing the metrics they have identified in their problem scoping?
Business Model / 30
Is the market appropriately sized? Are major competitors identified and appropriately scoped? Have they identified what they would need to break into the market, and does their solution and business plan support this?
Have they provided a revenue plan? How reasonably have they evaluated the long-term viability of their solution?
To what extent have they evaluated the impact of their business model on the potential environmental impact of their solution?
Style and Presentation / 5
Did the team create a high-quality, professional slide deck?
Was the team’s video presentation easy to follow and understand?
Wow Factor [Anything that makes them truly stand out] / 5
Total Points / 100