1. What is the purpose of the competition?

The Collidescope Pitch Competition empowers students to leverage technology for wildfire recovery, community resilience, and climate adaptation—creating a platform where they can make a meaningful impact with the support of their community.

2. I don’t have an idea for my pitch yet. What should I do?

No worries! You can work with your teammates to brainstorm and develop an idea or take a look at our idea bank to get the creativity flowing.

3. Should my pitch focus on technology?

Your pitch doesn’t need to be purely technology-based. We welcome all kinds of ideas that can support individuals, communities, or the environment affected by wildfires.

4. Can I participate individually or as part of a team?

Yes, you can submit a pitch alone or form a team of up to 5 students. Team-based submissions will be treated equally to solo submissions.

5. How long should the pitch video be?

The video should be between 3-5 minutes, and it must not exceed 5 minutes.

6. I’m confused. Is there two different competitions? Yes, we offer two separate competitions—one for high school students and another for university-aged students. While both follow the same rules, guidelines, and resources, this distinction ensures fair competition within each age group and allows us to recognize winners from both. When you register, you’ll receive the appropriate application based on your age bracket.

7. I’m under the age of 25 and have graduated from high school but did not attend university. Can I still apply? Yes, for students that have graduated from high school but are not in college, you can still apply! When you register, you’ll receive the appropriate application.

8. Can I submit my idea to multiple competitions?

Yes, you can submit your idea to other competitions as well. The Collidescope Pitch Competition is not in conflict with other opportunities.

9. Does my product or idea need to exist already?

No, it doesn’t need to be an existing product. You can submit an idea or concept, as long as you can explain the business model and demonstrate how it will succeed.

10. Do I need a working prototype?

No, you don’t need a working prototype, but the more developed your idea and presentation are, the better your chances of winning.

11. Should I include citations for research in my video?

If you're using research, it’s a good idea to mention sources in the presentation. You can include a citation slide at the end if needed, but it is not required for scoring.