Now we need you!
POC21 is an innovation camp uniting 100+ makers, designers, engineers and scientists to develop and promote the best open source projects for sustainable living. This is a call for the makers, misfits and rebels, the shapers and makers of a tomorrow’s world - it will be a great adventure and unique experience for everybody involved! Use your chance to be part of this unique gathering from August 15 until September 20 2015 in Chateau Millemont near Paris, France.


* * * * * * * * * HOW TO APPLY * * * * * * * * * *

Please fill in this form we’ve prepared for you. Please understand that we will only consider applications that have completed the form, so please take your time to tell us everything we need to know.

After the end of the application phase (May 1, 2015) we’ll get back to everybody. If you’ve made it on our short list we’ll get to know each other! On Skype, Google Hangout, (red) phone - to get a better idea of who you are, who we are, mutual expectations and all other things that need clarification.


* * * * * * * * * WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU * * * * * * * * *

( --- Unique Accelerator --- )
World-class mentors, hackers, makers, product designers and industry experts of all fields are waiting for you. We have designed a structured innovation process to work out the best possible results for you.

( --- Unforgettable Memories --- )
A 5-week co-living and co-making experience with a handpicked global bunch of enthusiasts just like you, changing the world together.

( --- Tons of Media Contacts --- )
Last not least we’ll create a powerful media buzz: Ahead of the climate summit COP21 in Paris we´ll create a maximum media outreach and exposure for your project.

( --- We Got You Covered --- )
Our aim is to be able to fully fund your stay with us during the five weeks, including food, tools, materials, party, travel and accommodation at the castle.


* * * * * * * * * PRECONDITIONS * * * * * * * * *

( --- Open Source Only --- )
We are looking in priority for open source physical products in the fields of energy, housing, food, mobility, communications and the circular economy. Either you already open sourced your hardware (and software) or you are willing to experiment doing so.

( --- Prototypes Over Ideas --- )
Please note that we are NOT looking for early stage concepts or drafts of ideas, but projects that have at least developed a functional prototype or beyond (unless, in very specific cases, we estimate they bring tremendous added value to the rest of the participants).

( --- Attendance --- )
It´s essential for the creative process to have a stable team over the course of the five weeks. Therefore we ask you to stay with us for the full distance of five weeks. If for some reason this is not possible for you, please make sure to mention it to us - we´ll work out a solution.

( --- Language ---  )
English will be our main language during the event and every participant must be able to speak it fluently.

* * * * * * * * * DEADLINE * * * * * * * * *

If this sounds as exciting to you as it does for us we’re looking forward to hear from you. This call for projects CLOSES on the 1st of May at midnight.



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Welcome - looking forward to meet you!
Describe your project in one sentence *
Name of your project *
Describe the problem you’re trying to solve and how *
In which category does your project fit? *
(choose a maximum of three)
Required
Is your project currently open source, or do you want to open source it? *
Describe all we need to know about your project. *
What´s innovative? Why does the world need it? On what technology or method is it based?
How complex is your solution to assemble or adapt for others? *
really easy
pretty complex
How long have you been working on this project? *
just started
years of sweat
What do you think are the biggest challenges your project is facing right now? *
What are the tools and materials you´ll need to work in good conditions? *
CNC machines, 3D Printers, wood, metal, tape etc.
Team Member No.1 *
First Name / Last Name, Date Of Birth, Position & Role in the Project, Background & Skills. Full avaiability from Aug 15 - Sep 20?
Team Member No.2
First Name / Last Name, Date Of Birth, Position & Role in the Project, Background & Skills. Full avaiability from Aug 15 - Sep 20?
Team Member No.3
First Name / Last Name, Date Of Birth, Position & Role in the Project, Background & Skills. Full avaiability from Aug 15 - Sep 20?
More people?
If you wish to come with more than three team members or would like to involve addititional experts, family, pets etc. - please give us a short hint about your plans
Seeing is believing *
Give us links to pictures, sketches, plans, designs or other forms of documentation of your most advanced prototype, project or idea
Seeing is knowing
Give us links of your blog, profiles or other references you would like to share with us
Contact information *
Name of contact person + email + phone number
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