ThinkCity 2026: Team Submission Template

Teams submit one PDF (max 5 pages) and a 3-minute presentation. Optional demo or prototype encouraged but not required.

1. Team Information

• Team Name:
• School(s) / Organization(s):
• Team Members (Names and Emails)
  
  

2. Problem Statement : Clearly describe the problem you are addressing.

• What community or city challenge are you solving?
• Who is affected?
• Why does this problem matter now?

3. Stakeholders & Impact

• Who benefits from this solution? (e.g., residents, city staff, students, commuters)
• Which organizations or groups would be involved?
• What positive impact would success create?

4. Proposed Solution: Describe your idea clearly and concisely.

• What is your solution?
• How does it work?
• What makes it innovative or different?

You may include:

• Diagrams
• Screenshots
• Simple workflow visuals

5. Technology & Approach: Technical depth should match team background—no penalty for being non-technical.

• Tools or technologies used or proposed
  (e.g., AI, data analysis, sensors, apps, web tools, policy changes, process redesign)
• How technology supports the solution (if applicable)

6. Feasibility & Implementation

• How could this realistically be implemented?
• What resources would be needed?
• Who could own or maintain this solution?

7. Equity, Accessibility & Ethics: Civic solutions must serve diverse communities responsibly.

• How does your solution ensure inclusivity?
• Are there accessibility, privacy, or ethical considerations?
• How are unintended consequences addressed?

8. Sustainability & Scalability

• Could this solution grow or adapt to other cities or communities?
• How does it support long-term impact?

9. Reflection (Short)

• What did your team learn?
• What would you improve with more time?

Presentation Requirements (3 minutes)

Teams should cover:

1. Problem
2. Solution
3. Impact
4. Why it matters