Almost nowhere in Europe do so few students obtain a degree in STEM as in Belgium. Yet we need STEM profiles more than ever. Why is this?
The aim of the Greenpower organisation is to inspire young people for studies as well as a career in a STEM field. We do this through the appeal of motorsport.
Under the slogan Design - Build - Race pupils and students take part in the Greenpower Challenge: "endurance racing" with single-seater electric cars they have designed and built themselves.
Greenpower is an organisation that tests young people's technical skills in a creative, educational and playful way. The project provides an opportunity for cooperation and exchange of ideas between young people. By working on the race car in class and participating in races with their car, they not only learn technical skills, but also develop important soft skills such as teamwork, listening skills and broaden their problem-solving abilities.
During the Greenpower events, youngsters get the chance to test out their cars and race against other participating schools. For many teams, this is an exciting final goal and a moment they look forward to for a year!
In short, Greenpower helps young people discover their potential and contributes to a more integrated approach to technical and non-technical education. This enables the development of a new generation of well-prepared and motivated technicians and engineers, benefiting both the young people themselves and society.
"We have little practice in a week, we only have four hours so it was a difficult process, but we managed."
Car kit
We provide car kits suitable for different age groups. They can be assembled in the school building itself or elsewhere.
Assembly guide
Thanks to the very complete assembly instructions, teachers can easily take control of this project and carry it out with their group.
CAD software
For the design and construction of the bodywork, we provide CAD software and initiation. We also show examples of existing cars.
Technical support
We provide technical guidance for the teacher and students, advice in the creation of the design and body concept and in building the car, and support before and during the competitions.
Races
We organise races and practice rounds on race tracks or at suitable airfields and military bases, across the country.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship Greenpower Benelux provides structural sponsors, and helps schools find team sponsors.
Greenpower is unique in offering this STEM experience: we apply the same basic concept across a wide age range, and this allows for an excellent flow-through.
"The teacher allowed us to choose who raced, whoever felt good about it got to drive. I was a bit stressed about racing today, but everyone in the class said it was going to be fine."
Teams from general secondary, technical secondary and higher education are presented with a unique and varied challenge. Because to race their car, they must first design and build it.
And all this in turn requires cooperation around the technical aspects, team planning for the games, and fundraising to run the team.
Participating in The Greenpower Challenge:
Greenpower Formula 24 (11 - 16 years)
The GP Formula 24 Challenge gives pupils the chance to build and race a Greenpower Kit Car. Intended to get pupils excited about further studies in a STEM field. Aimed at schools, but private initiatives, youth groups and club teams are also welcome.
Greenpower Formula 24+ (16 - 25 years)
Aimed at fifth, sixth and seventh year secondary education, higher education and universities. Intended to enhance career and training opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Greenpower Formula Goblin (9 - 11 years)
A fun community in start-up, for students of the 5the and 6the year primary schools. The offer: an adapted Car Kit for younger students, and to conclude a friendly Goblin Gathering of the various teams.
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"What I like most is the group work! Putting the car together from scratch and being able to experience this with my friends."
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