2026-2027 Eco Innovation Challenge
Space Center Houston / STEM Innovation in Action
Program overview
Students in grades 9–12 (and grades 6–8) in the Greater Houston Area who are interested in sustainability, environmental engineering, and innovation; can participate individually or on a team.
Eligibility
Team of 2-4 students ages 11-18 or individual in that age range; coach over age 18; register through Award Force; team members and legal guardian must review Student Guide, Rules and Regulations, and Terms and Conditions; live in Greater Houston Area Metroplex; compete in Middle School or High School Division based on grades. · Must live in the Greater Houston Area Metroplex.
Key details
- Organization
- Space Center Houston / STEM Innovation in Action
- Type
- Competition
- Location
- Greater Houston Area Metroplex; Space Center Houston, Houston, TX (showcase/awards)
- Format
- remote
- Eligible grades
- 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
- Application deadline
- March 22, 2027 by 11:59 PM
- Time commitment
- Over the course of a few months; Innovation Video must be no more than 5 minutes.
- Application status
- Registration opens September 17, 2026; submissions due March 22, 2027 by 11:59 PM
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.