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AI Innovator Award
2026

Theme: Water for Sustainable & Equitable Development

"Flow for Life — When Water Flows, Futures Grow"

High School Teams (Grade 10-12)

High School Teams (Grade 10-12)

Hybrid Format

Hybrid Format

National Competition

National Competition

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Challenge
Challenge
Challenge

BuildAI-poweredsolutionsforwatersustainability.

BuildAI-poweredsolutionsforwatersustainability.

AIInnovatorAward2026invitesyoutoturnAIideasintorealprototypes.ExplorehowArtificialIntelligencecanimprovewateraccess,quality,floodresilience,agriculture,andcommunitylivelihoods.

AIInnovatorAward2026invitesyoutoturnAIideasintorealprototypes.ExplorehowArtificialIntelligencecanimprovewateraccess,quality,floodresilience,agriculture,andcommunitylivelihoods.

“Wherethereiswater,thereislife.Ifwetakegoodcareofourwaterresources,wecancreatesustainablelivelihoodsandprosperity.”

“Wherethereiswater,thereislife.Ifwetakegoodcareofourwaterresources,wecancreatesustainablelivelihoodsandprosperity.”

AREA TO EXPLORE

Water Access & Equity

Community supply, affordability, distribution, and inclusion.

Food Security

Smart irrigation, agriculture optimization, and climate planning.

Quality & Safety

Monitoring, contamination detection, and public health safety.

Circular Water

Industrial efficiency, wastewater monitoring, and reuse.

Disaster Resilience

Flood & drought prediction, early warning systems, and preparedness.

Community Tools

Data tools that strengthen local decision-making and livelihoods.

What You Will Gain

Every team leaves with a portfolio-ready package.

Prizes & Opportunities

1st Place Prize

Win up to

100,000 THB

(Sponsor Award)

Admission Benefit

Fast-track admission consideration for Aii (AI Innovation) & CMKL Special Admission Pool.

Certificate

Official certificate of participation for all teams.

Your Portfolio Artifacts

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Pitch Deck

A professional presentation of your problem, solution, and logic.

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Working Prototype (MVP)

A real demo of your AI solution (App, Dashboard, or Device).

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Impact Brief

A one-page summary of stakeholders, equity impact, and metrics.

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Competition Rounds

Round 1

Video Pitch Submission

Deadline: Sep 5, 2026

Submit your initial concept to qualify.

  • Submit: 4-minute video pitch

  • Submit: Pitch deck (6-10 slides)

  • Submit: 1-page Impact Brief

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Round 1

Video Pitch Submission

Deadline: Sep 5, 2026

Submit your initial concept to qualify.

  • Submit: 4-minute video pitch

  • Submit: Pitch deck (6-10 slides)

  • Submit: 1-page Impact Brief

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Video Pitch Submission

Round 1

Deadline: Sep 5, 2026

Submit your initial concept to qualify.

  • Submit: 4-minute video pitch

  • Submit: Pitch deck (6-10 slides)

  • Submit: 1-page Impact Brief

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Round 2

Elevator Pitch & Networking

Nov 13 or 14, 2026 (Tentative)

Live pitch at ThaiBev Sustainable Expo.

  • Action: 3-minute elevator pitch

  • Live Q&A: Feedback from judges

  • Activity: Networking + Mentor Matching

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Round 2

Elevator Pitch & Networking

Nov 13 or 14, 2026 (Tentative)

Live pitch at ThaiBev Sustainable Expo.

  • Action: 3-minute elevator pitch

  • Live Q&A: Feedback from judges

  • Activity: Networking + Mentor Matching

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Elevator Pitch & Networking

Round 2

Nov 13 or 14, 2026 (Tentative)

Live pitch at ThaiBev Sustainable Expo.

  • Action: 3-minute elevator pitch

  • Live Q&A: Feedback from judges

  • Activity: Networking + Mentor Matching

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Final Round

Demo the Prototype

Dec 11 or 18, 2026

  • Showcase: Live Prototype Demo + Pitch

  • Judging: Final Q&A with experts

  • Awards: Winners announcement on stage

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Final Round

Demo the Prototype

Dec 11 or 18, 2026

  • Showcase: Live Prototype Demo + Pitch

  • Judging: Final Q&A with experts

  • Awards: Winners announcement on stage

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Demo the Prototype

Final Round

Dec 11 or 18, 2026

  • Showcase: Live Prototype Demo + Pitch

  • Judging: Final Q&A with experts

  • Awards: Winners announcement on stage

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Eligibility

Eligibility

Eligibility

Team Size

Up to 5 members per team.

High School

Grade 10–12 (or equivalent) students nationwide.

Projects must be original and not previously submitted to other competitions.

Projects must be original and not previously submitted to other competitions.

Projects must be original and not previously submitted to other competitions.

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Common Questions

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Do I need to be an expert in AI?

No. While technical credibility is part of the judging (25%), we look for feasibility and impact. You will learn and build as you go.

What is the language of the competition?

English is used for all rounds (Pitch deck, Video, and Live presentations).

Can I submit a project I made for school?

Yes, as long as it has not been submitted to another public competition before. It must be an original work by your team.

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