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Understanding the Challenges Facing Our Oceans
Our oceans are at a critical turning point. Climate change and human activity are damaging marine ecosystems through warming waters, acidification, pollution, and unsustainable practices—threatening biodiversity and global food systems. By understanding these challenges and taking action, we can protect ocean life and build a more sustainable future.
Our ocean is changing fast, and young innovators have the power to shape its future. Before exploring the Brilliant Blue challenges, watch the trailer for Ocean with David Attenborough—a powerful reminder of why protecting our marine world matters now more than ever.
Get ready to make waves in ocean innovation!
The Brilliant Blue Challenge is your chance to team up, get creative, and tackle real-world ocean challenges.
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What is the brilliant blue challenge?
The Brilliant Blue Challenge is a global annual ocean innovation competition for students aged 12-18, launched by Brilliant Labs in collaboration with key stakeholders in Canada’s blue economy.
The Brilliant Blue Challenge is a global annual ocean innovation competition for students aged 12-18, launched by Brilliant Labs in collaboration with key stakeholders in Canada’s blue economy.
Endorsed by the UN Ocean Decade, this initiative sheds light on the greatest challenges facing our blue economy, with categories focusing on marine renewable energy, marine autonomous systems, and marine life conservation.
Endorsed by the UN Ocean Decade, this initiative sheds light on the greatest challenges facing our blue economy, with categories focusing on marine renewable energy, marine autonomous systems, and marine life conservation.
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Thank you to the #GenerationBlue teams from these countries who have competed in past Brilliant Blue challenges. Let’s continue to grow and push the boundaries of innovation. Represent your country—subscribe to the Brilliant Blue newsletter and follow us on Facebook to stay informed about upcoming international challenges.
Testimonials
"This competition was an international experience, and the biggest lesson I learned was how important it is to take a risk. We took huge leaps of faith, not knowing if our ideas or designs would work, but we persevered."
Sara
Brilliant Blue 2023, Team Scotia Stellar Halifax, NS, Canada
"I’m really happy to see a national competition coming to Nova Scotia. I’ve already registered my team to participate, and my advice to other teachers is just to do it. It’s a really satisfying experience for you as a teacher, and you get really great quality students who step up, volunteer, and are eager to learn."
Dana
Technology / Science Teacher, Halifax, NS Canada
"This challenge was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and the experience I gained was invaluable in shaping my future goals and aspirations."
Mayar
Brilliant Blue 2023, Micro Sea Solutions Halifax, NS, Canada
