Applications are now open for the World Water Challenge 2025 in South Korea. The World Water Challenge is an international competition organized by the Korea Water Forum and sponsored by the Ministry of Environment, aiming to find innovative water solutions. This program is open to anyone interested in water worldwide . Applications are free. Selected applicants will travel to Daegu, Korea , to attend the Korea International Water Week (KIWW). Up to 10 selected solutions will receive round-trip airfare, accommodation, and cash prizes . The forum is scheduled to take place on November 13 and 14 during Korea International Water Week 2025. The program aims to find more effective innovative solutions to solve water problems. Below are more details about the requirements, financial benefits, and application process.
Details about the 2025 World Water Challenge in South Korea
- Host country : South Korea
- Location : Daegu
- Dates : November 13-14, 2025
- Benefits : Fully Funded
- Deadline: July 25, 2025
Financial benefits
The program covers:
- Round-trip flight tickets to and from Korea
- stay
cash prizes
- The best solution will receive: $7,050
- The outstanding solution will receive: $ 2,100
What is the global water challenge?
The 2025 World Water Challenge is a major event that allows people from around the world to share their new ideas and technologies, as well as their new government plans, to address water problems. It also provides a great opportunity for water experts, organizations, and individuals with solutions to connect and work together.
Program objectives
The 2025 Global Water Challenge seeks new ideas (developed over the past ten years) that contribute to solving water problems and achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Priority will be given to one of the following areas.
- Smart Technology: Using the latest and most advanced technologies to enhance the efficiency and performance of water systems. It's the future of water solutions.
- Appropriate technology: These are practical, affordable solutions that work well for communities that don't have a lot of money or advanced systems.
- Environmental Conservation Technology: Focuses on methods, rules, and techniques that help protect nature, keep rivers and lakes clean, and support healthy life in the water.
Eligibility criteria
- Anyone from any country can apply.
- Open to anyone interested in solving water-related problems.
- Your ideas must have been created within the last 10 years.
- IELTS or TOEFL certificate is not required.
How to apply for the Global Water Challenge 2025?
Applicants must register and then complete the online application. The official website link is below.