Question 1

Is Synergy Hackathon for everyone?

Accepted Answer

No. Our hackathons are curated events for innovators that build breakthroughs for a future-proof, 100% renewable energy system. You can pre-register here. Be sure to tell us who you and your team members are, and what challenge you are solving. We will get back to you to confirm your participation.

Question 2

Do I have to pay to participate in Synergy Hackathon?

Accepted Answer

The hackathon is free of charge for participants. Your accommodation is at your own expense. You can book a hotel. We will also offer a package for a campsite at ITGWO or hostel-ship soon.

Question 3

How large should my team be?

Accepted Answer

Ideal team size is 4-6 people. 1 member is appointed as our primary contact. Make sure you bring a diverse team to ensure the best learning and development opportunty.

Question 4

Can I sponsor Synergy Hackathons?

Accepted Answer

We are fully funded by partners & sponsors. If you wish to contribute, contact us!

Question 5

What does the festival infrastructure look like?

Accepted Answer

ITGWO is 100% renewable energy operated. There will be electricity solutions, energy management systems, batteries, one or more vehicles with vehicle-to-grid possibility, and a hydrogen installation.

Question 6

Can I work all night through?

Accepted Answer

We are still not sure, but want to facilitate effective use of the 48 available hours as well as we can

Question 7

Is the hackathon open source?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As much as you want it to be. Each participating  team is invited to contribute to Synergy's open repository. You are not obliged to share anything you want to hold on to for your organization, but we encourage sharing as much as we can.

Question 8

Will there be photo's and videos taken during the hackathon?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you wish to not be on our published material please inform us at the start of the hackathon.

Question 9

What is included for participants of Synergy Hackathon?

Accepted Answer

A rental bicycle. 2 meals per day (lunch & dinner). Hackathon site access with electricity, desks, and other necessary amenities. A festival access pass for the first day of ITGWO (August 28 2025).

Question 10

Can I register as an individual?

Accepted Answer

We encourage you to bring a team that you (intend to) already work with. For individuals we can match you with existing teams, but it is up to those teams to include you.

Question 11

My innovation is not technology or code. Can I participate?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Synergy is about more than tech. We encourage business model innovators, legal innovators, policy innovators, and community innovators also.

Question 12

Do we get to present our innovations on stage at ITGWO?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. The hackathon showcase will be held on the opening day of ITGWO festival, on one of the stages.

Question 13

Can I participate online?

Accepted Answer

No.

Question 14

My birthday will e during the hackathon. Will you sing for me?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 15

Can I choose which challenge I will tackle?

Accepted Answer

You can share your preferred challenge with us. However, each team will be assigned to a challenge depending on all the participants.

Question 16

Can I stay for the entire festival?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, no. ITGWO is sold out. However all hackathon participants are welcome on the first festival day August 28.

Question 17

Must I stay for all 48 hours?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 18

Where can we sleep?

Accepted Answer

We have taken care of 'sleep ships'. They will be docked in Vlieland's harbour. You can book a private hut for € 70 per night and a shared hut (2 persons) for € 50 per night, including a simple breakfast. Be quick with confirming though (before August 15)!

Synergy Hackathon @ Into the Great Wide Open 2025