Deadline approaching – Video contest on geothermal and critical raw materials

The EU-funded CRM-Geothermal project and the European Federation of Geologists (EFG) is currently still accepting entries for a video contest on geothermal and critical raw materials for 12-18-year-olds in Europe. The deadline to submit videos is on 24 June 2024.

The CRM-Geothermal project is developing an innovative technology solution which combines the extraction of Critical Raw Materials and energy from geothermal fluids, contributing to both fighting climate change and securing the supply of mineral raw materials in Europe. The project is now inviting young people to channel their creativity and passion into a video addressing the following subjects:

• The key role of geothermal in fighting climate change;
• The importance of critical raw materials in your everyday life; and/or
• The importance of mining in your area.

Young people can participate individually or as a team with their friends or classmates. If participating as a team, each member of the team needs to fill in a statement of consent signed by their parent or legal representative.

The top 3 winners will be awarded the following:

• First place: Gift card (200 EUR) + Table of periodic elements (with element samples inside) + Puzzle of the Earth
• Second place: Gift card (150 EUR) + The Minerals Encyclopedia + Puzzle of the Earth
• Third place: Gift card (100 EUR) + Puzzle of the Earth

Check out the official contest page for more details on the technical requirements for the videos, the criteria for evaluation, and instructions to participate.

Source: CRM-Geothermal