What is the
UNSDG Innovation Challenge?

This challenge invites students aged 10 to 20 as well as educators to design and present a real-world project that addresses any of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). Through a digital infographic poster and an explanatory video lasting up to 8 minutes, participants will showcase their ideas, actions, and impact toward a better and more sustainable future.

Open to Primary (10–12), Secondary (13–17), Tertiary (18–20) and Educators categories, the challenge encourages creativity, critical thinking and community-driven solutions.

What do you need to do?

1

Choose a real-world issue based on the UNSDGs.

2

Design and carry out a project that addresses the issue.

3

Create an infographic poster (A2, portrait) to summarise the project.

4

Record an explanatory video up to 8 minutes.

5

Submit both the poster and video using the official templates and naming formats.

Participation Guidelines

This competition is open to students aged 10 to 20, in three age groups:

Primary (10–12)

Secondary (13–17)

Tertiary (18–20)

Educator (Open Category)

  • Join as an individual or in a team of up to 3 (within same category).

  • Projects must be original and aligned to at least one UNSDG.

  • Language: English or Bahasa Malaysia (bilingual welcome).

  • AI tools may be used with proper acknowledgement.

  • All entries must be submitted by the stated deadline via the official submission form available on the TKClimate 2025 website.

Rules and Regulations

  1. This competition is open to individuals or teams of up to 3 students within the same age category.

  2. Each team may submit only one entry (poster + video).

  3. The project must relate to at least one of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs).

  4. Entries must be original and student-created. Guidance from teachers is allowed for the student category, but all content must reflect students’ own work.

  5. Submissions must include:

    • An A2 digital infographic poster.

    • An explanatory video lasting no more than 8 minutes.

    • All entries must be submitted via the official platform by the deadline.

    • Posters must not include school or institution names to ensure fair and unbiased judging.

    • Subtitles are required for all videos, regardless of the language used.

  6. Use of AI tools or online design platforms (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express) is allowed, but should be clearly acknowledged if used.

  7. Teams must adhere to all format and naming conventions. Improperly submitted files may be disqualified.

  8. All entries must be submitted via the official submission form available on the TKClimate 2025 website by the stated deadline.

Poster and Video Format

Poster Format

  1. A2 size (portrait orientation).

  2. Accepted File Formats: PDF, JPEG or PNG

  3. Your poster must include the following content:

    • Project Title

    • Related UNSDG(s)

    • Problem Statement
      What issue are you addressing?

    • Objectives & Actions
      What was your goal and what steps did you take?

    • Processes / Methods
      Describe the actions, methods, or plans implemented.

    • Outcomes / Impact
      What results did you achieve? What was the impact?

    • Team Name & Team Members' Names

    • QR Code linking to your project video

  4. File Naming Format: Poster_TeamName_ParticipantCode*
    (eg: Poster_EcoChampions_SDG1001)

    * Participants will receive their unique participant code by email once their registration has been successfully completed.

Important: Do not include your school or institution name on the poster. This ensures fairness and impartiality during the judging process.

Video Format

  1. Your video should clearly explain your project in a way that is engaging, informative, and easy to understand.

  2. Requirements:

    • Length: Maximum 8 minutes

    • Language: Any language is allowed, as long as English subtitles are provided

    • All videos must include English subtitles, regardless of the spoken language

  3. Accepted Format:

    • Unlisted YouTube link

  4. Suggested Content:

    • The issue your team chose to address and why it matters

    • The actions, processes, or steps your team took

    • The outcomes or impact of your project

    • What your team plans to do next

    • How your project aligns with specific UNSDG(s):
      Clearly state which goal(s) your project supports
      Describe how your actions contribute to those goal(s)

Judging Criteria

Each submission will be evaluated based on the following aspects:

Innovation and creativity of solution

Relevance to the UNSDGs

Blue icon of a turtle with a globe pattern on its shell.
Blue outline icon of a light bulb with lines radiating outward, representing an idea or innovation.
Blue outline of a pencil and a triangle ruler, used for drawing or measuring.
Blue icon of a megaphone with sound waves coming out.

Visual appeal and infographic design (poster)

Clarity of communication (poster & video)

Icon of a person pointing at a talking board or presentation board on a stand.
Blue outline of a bullseye target with an arrow hitting the center.

Presentation delivery

Impact and feasibility

Registration and Submission Stages

Participation in the UNSDG Innovation Challenge involves two simple steps:

Registration Stage

1

  1. Registration is free and compulsory for all participants.

  2. The challenge is open to individuals or teams (up to 3 members) in one of the following categories:

    • Primary (ages 10–12)

    • Secondary (ages 13–17)

    • Tertiary (ages 18–20)

    • Educator (Open category)

  3. Participant Kit Contribution

    To ensure that all participants receive proper recognition and access to the TKClimate Convention 2025 online session, a participant kit contribution is kindly required upon submission. The kit includes an official e-certificate, medal(s), and access to the TKClimate 2025 online session.

    Participants may choose from the following package options:

    • RM40 (USD20 for international participants): 1 medal, 1 certificate and TKClimate Convention online session access

    • RM100 (USD40 for international participants): 3 medals, 3 certificates and TKClimate Convention online session access

    • For Educators; RM80 (USD50 for international participants): 1 medal, 1 certificate and TKClimate Convention online session access

  4. Note :

    • Fee applies per entry (not per participant).

    • Payment must be made via bank transfer or FPX (payment details will be provided in the submission section).

    • Participants must upload proof of payment together with their final submission.

Submission Stage

2

  1. Once your project is ready, submit your poster and video through the official TKClimate website.

  2. Please ensure the following when submitting:

    • The submission includes both poster and video.

    • Only one submission per entry is allowed (whether individual or team).

    • Ensure that all files are correctly named and uploaded according to the guidelines provided on the website.

    • Late submissions will not be accepted.

  3. Further submission guidelines and technical specifications will be available on the TKClimate Convention official website.

Important Dates

Mark your calendars for the key milestones of the UNSDG Innovation Challenge:

Registration Period

1 August –
10 September 2025

Submission Deadline

12 September 2025

Judging Period

14 - 21 September 2025

Announcement of Results

23 September 2025

Award Ceremony

30 September 2025

Stay tuned to the official TKClimate website for updates and detailed event schedules.

Payment Details

All registration fees must be transferred to the following account:
Account Name : PIBG KOLEJ TUNKU KURSHIAH
Bank Name : BANK MUAMALAT
Account Number : 05010000088718
Reference : TKCLIMATE_YOURNAME/TEAMNAME

Once payment has been made, kindly upload your proof of transaction (receipt or screenshot) in the registration form.