Bio Plastics Challenge

Building a world where plastic is not waste

Description, Rules, General Terms and Conditions

These Rules, Terms, and Conditions are the intellectual property of YABT. Total or partial reproduction is prohibited without prior written authorization. For any questions, contact ticamericas@yabt.net.

Participation in the Bio Plastics Challenge, a special category of the Talent and Innovation Competitions of the Americas (TIC Americas) program – the youth participation component of the Summit of the Americas – implies an agreement to abide by these Official Rules, Terms, and Conditions.

Categories

Develop

Supports research and development (R&D) efforts focused on the creation of new raw materials, technologies, and processes for the production of bioplastics. It includes innovations in bio-based feedstocks (i.e. sargassum), biopolymer engineering, and scalable production systems.

Commercialize

Focuses on transforming scientific innovation into viable market-ready solutions. It includes the development of business models, go-to-market strategies, and intellectual property (IP) management, such as patenting, licensing, and regulatory navigation.

Use and Adopt

Promotes innovative ways to raise awareness and encourage the adoption of bioplastics. It includes solutions like educational tools, sustainable product design, and community pilots that highlight the environmental and social benefits of switching to bio-based alternatives.