The City of Lahti has set an ambitious goal: to become nature-positive by 2030. At the same time, the city must foster vitality—developing new residential areas, creating jobs, and ensuring smooth public services. However, these development goals must not come at the expense of nature.

How can we combine vitality and nature-positivity in a cost-effective way?

Your task is to develop a solution or concept that promotes Lahti's vitality and nature-positivity, taking into account the city's goal to be nature positive by 2030. Join the hackathon and share your ideas to help solve this challenge! All LUT and LAB students—both Finnish and international—are warmly welcome. You can approach the challenge from your own field of expertise.

Program

Wednesday, 5 November 2025

12.45              Registration and coffee
13.15               Opening words
13.30              Challenge briefing and mentor introductions
14.00              Team formation
14.15               Group work begins (supported by FCG mentors)
16.15               Pizza dinner
16.45              Group work continues
20.00             Venue closes

Thursday, 6 November 2025

8.00                Venue opens and breakfast
8.30                Group work continues (with mentor support)
11.30                Lunch
12.30               Final group work session
14.00               Presentations to the jury
15.30               Jury deliberation and feedback preparation
16.00               Award ceremony
16.30               Event ends

Why participate?

• Make a real impact on regional development
• Network and enhance your skills
• Enjoy an inspiring atmosphere with fellow students and professionals
• Winning team will be awarded
• All participants receive a diploma
• Opportunity to earn 1 ECTS (includes pre-material, active participation, and a personal report after the event)
• Free food, snacks, and refreshments provided throughout the hackathon

Participant selection

Register by 26 October 2025 via this event page. Please answer the registration questions and attach a short CV. You may also indicate preferences for team members.

A total of 25 students will be selected, with motivation as the main selection criterion. All applicants will be notified of the results by 30 October 2025.

Organizers will form five diverse teams to tackle the challenge.

Practical information

• The hackathon will be held at FCG Lahti Office, Aleksanterinkatu 16, 15110 Lahti.
• The event follows open innovation and science principles—all participants can freely use the results, and no separate agreements will be signed.
• If you're studying in Lappeenranta, Kouvola, or Mikkeli, and are selected, LUT will provide free train tickets for both days.
• By applying, you accept the Privacy Policy and Cookies of FCG Finnish Consulting Group.
  
• Photos will be taken for marketing purposes. If you do not wish to be included, please inform the organizers at the registration desk.