Fuel Curiosity. Spark Innovation.

Delivered in partnership with James Cook University, the National Science Week Future Fuels Challenge gives students the chance to step out of the classroom and into the future of green energy.

Working side-by-side with academics and industry mentors from James Cook University, TAFE, Edify Energy, Ark Energy and JetZero, students will tackle real-world problems, explore hydrogen and renewables, and develop solutions for the future of green energy.

This is the perfect opportunity for students with a special interest in STEM careers to get hands-on experience in an industry that’s driving a greener future.

Event information

Who: Teams of five students (grades 10 - 12)
Where: James Cook University - Building 506, Engineering and Innovation Place
When: 9.00am - 4.00pm - Wednesday, 13 August 2025

Event run sheet

8.45am Students arrive at James Cook University
9.00am Event starts, industry leaders introduce themselves and their organisations
10.00am Teams start to work on their claims
12.00pm Lunch (catered)
1.00pm Students finalise their work
2.00pm Students present their work to judges
3.45pm Winners announced
4.00pm Event close

Interested? Register your school below

Thanks to participating industry mentors