“The BIEA International STEM Competition provides an exciting focus to challenge young people's ideas, innovations and learning. Creating a space for young people to showcase what they hope for the future and to make technology a force for good for everyone! ”
Nikki Collins CEO, BIEA
2025/26 Theme -- Reducing Food Waste, From Fields to Table
The 2025–2026 BIEA STEM Competition season is now underway! This year’s challenge focuses on the theme:
“Reducing Food Waste, From Fields to Table.”
With almost a quarter of all food produced going uneaten, teams are invited to design innovative STEM solutions to reduce food loss and waste at any stage of the supply chain—whether in farming, transport, retail, or at-home consumption.
New for this season:
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Prerequisite: Every participant must hold a valid BIEA STEM Star Certificate. (multiple pathways to obtain one)
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Team entries only: Entries must be from teams of 3–5 students—no individual submissions.
Key dates: First-round submission deadline 30 December 2025, finalists announced 30 January 2026, and the International Final Showcase & Youth Voice Forum in July 2026, London
Register your team now and join the global movement to cut food waste and create a more sustainable future.