Go Green!! Hackathon Crowns Champions for Innovative Circularity Solutions
Midland, MI—Four teams brought their best ideas to Axia’s inaugural Go Green!! Hackathon on Saturday, April 12, tackling some of the toughest circularity challenges in the automotive, food, and healthcare industries. Working alongside seasoned professionals, students quickly realized that identifying a solution is only half the battle — the real challenge lies in breaking through existing supply chain barriers.
“Thanks to all of the teams that joined us for our first Hackathon,” said John Hatfield, the Axia Institute’s executive director. “I’d especially like to thank the dedicated group of industry mentors who provided input to teams during the event. Finally, I’d like to thank our sponsors whose contributions made this event possible,” Hatfield continued.
First and second place champions announced
First Place: Team Revolt
Team Revolt, representing the University of Michigan-Dearborn and Michigan State University, emerged as the first-place winner, earning a $2,000 cash prize for their EV battery tracking, recycling, and reuse proposal. Their innovative solution focused on improving sustainability in the electric vehicle industry through smarter resource management.
Second Place: Team FoodLink
Team FoodLink, representing Central Michigan University, was the second-place winner, earning a $1,000 cash prize sponsored by TSC Printronix, for their groundbreaking approach to enhancing visibility and traceability of produce as it moves from growers to supermarket shelves.
Honorable Mentions
Team Association of Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
Team Association of Supply Chain Management, representing Saginaw Valley State University, received an Honorable Mention for their proposal in support of circularity in the food industry.
Team Pillscription
Team Pillscription, a team with students from Michigan State University and University of Michigan, received an Honorable Mention for their patient-centered healthcare proposal.
As the competition wrapped up, one thing was clear—these students aren’t just problem solvers; they’re changemakers, shaping the future of sustainable supply chains.
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