2020 Virtual Programme

Important updates on 2020 Shell Eco-marathon programme - FAQs

• expandWill Shell Eco-marathon teams be reimbursed for the expenses they’ve incurred to date, such as travel that was booked prior to event cancellation announcements?

  We have taken the decision that all student teams who qualified to participate in the Shell Eco-marathon Americas, Shell Eco-marathon Asia or the Shell Eco-marathon Europe competitions in 2020 will still receive the travel allowance they would have been entitled to if they had attended the event. This will be calculated in the same way as it was in 2019.

• expandCan teams compete in alternative Shell Eco-marathon events in 2020?

  The global impacts of COVID-19 have meant that all physical events in 2020 have been cancelled. However, while we can’t gather around a track, we’re delighted to share the latest on the alternative Shell Eco-marathon virtual programme. Above on this page, you will find an overview of the 2020 programme, what’s coming up and how you can get involved.

• expandWill I still be able to enter an off-track award?

  Submissions for all regions are now closed. You can watch the virtual award ceremonies via the link below.

  Find out more about the 2020 Virtual Off-track Awards.

   

• expandWill I still receive a certificate?

  Teams who have been approved to compete at the events will receive a letter that recognises your official selection to participate in the programme in 2020. If you receive academic credit for your Shell Eco-marathon participation, please speak with your faculty member.

• expandIs prize money still being awarded?

  Prize money will be awarded for competitions that take place in 2020 such as the Virtual Off-track Awards.  Above on this page, you will find an overview of the 2020 programme, what’s coming up and how you can get involved.

   

• expandWhat will happen with 2021 selection as it’s based on quality of previous results?

  For the 2021 programme, priority will be given to all teams who were selected for Phase 3 in the 2020 programme.

• expandWhat is happening with the Autonomous Category in 2020?

  While we have taken the decision to cancel a physical Autonomous Category competition in 2020, we continue to develop this category with students and partners. We have announced a beta trial of the new Shell Eco-marathon Autonomous Programming Competition. This will initially be trialled with a small number of teams from the Americas region and we will communicate updates as they develop.

  Find out more about the Autonomous Category.