Opportunity brief
GEOIMPathon 1.0 – Geospatial Ideas for a Greener Earth
GEOLMPathon 1.0 is a two-day student innovation challenge designed to inspire young minds to address real-world environmental and societal problems using geospatial data, mapping technologies and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Participants will explore pressing sustainability challenges, analyse spatial data, develop innovative ideas and propose practical solutions that can create a measurable impact on people, places and the planet. The event provides students with an opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to geospatial tools and datasets, receive mentorship from faculty members and experts, and present their ideas before an evaluation panel.
Areas of Focus
- Climate Action
- Disaster Management and Risk Analysis
- Sustainable and Resilient Cities
- Natural Resource Mapping
- Environmental Monitoring
- Urban Green-Space Mapping
- Water Resource Management
- Agricultural Sustainability
- Climate Change Monitoring
Why Participate?
- Work on real-world environmental and societal challenges
- Gain practical experience with geospatial tools and datasets
- Collaborate with students from different disciplines
- Receive mentorship from faculty members and experts
- Present innovative solutions and gain recognition
- Contribute towards building a greener and more sustainable future
Event Details
Dates: 30 September–1 October 2026
Duration: Two Days
Venue: To be announced, SRMIST Kattankulathur Campus
Event Type: Student Innovation Programme
GEOLMPathon 1.0 invites students to transform small ideas into meaningful solutions for a bigger and greener Earth. Map ideas, analyse challenges and build a sustainable tomorrow!