SpaceHACK for Sustainability is an annual two-day hackathon led by the ASU Library Unit for Data Science and Analytics. The event brings students, faculty, and experts together to tackle global sustainability challenges with satellite data. With workshops, mentorship, and prizes, SpaceHACK is more than a competition—it’s a chance to connect, innovate, and make an impact.
2026 Tracks
Mangroves and Coastal Cities
- Mangroves can buffer tides, rainfall, and runoff, yet their role in urban flood management is often overlooked. This track uses satellite data to map, monitor, and strengthen mangrove-based protection around Greater Guayaquil.
Innovating the Net-Zero Supply Chain
- Decarbonizing global trade takes more than cleaner ships. This track explores how satellite data and integrated dashboards can connect maritime, ports, trucking, and aviation to make green corridors measurable, credible, and scalable.
Climate Change and the Alpine Information Battle
- From retreating glaciers to changing snow cover, the Alps offer visible proof of climate change. This track explores how satellite data can be used by journalists to verify claims, counter misinformation, and inform public debate about the region’s future.
Event Dates: March 27-28