European AI Challenge 2026: From Data to Policy

Can AI help Europe better anticipate flood risks? The JRC invites students to explore how artificial intelligence, data, and science-for-policy methods can support better preparedness for future floods. 

As climate change makes extreme rainfall more frequent and intense across Europe, public authorities need faster and clearer ways to understand risks, protect communities, and make evidence-based decisions.

The European AI Challenge 2026: From Data to Policy, organised by the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission and FARI – AI for the Common Good Institute Brussels, invites 60 students for a two-day multidisciplinary challenge. Participants will explore how artificial intelligence, data, and science-for-policy methods can support better preparedness for future floods.

Together, the two institutions aim to create a hands-on learning experience that connects AI, flood risk data, public policy, and science-for-policy communication.

The challenge will take place in Brussels across two locations: at FARI premises on Thursday 29 October and at JRC premises on Friday 30 October 2026.

Applications are now open to 60 students. The event is free of charge. For further details on the event programme and who can apply, read the description below.

Learn more about the challenge on the Joint Research Centrof the European Commission website.

Contact

Questions? Contact info@fari.brussels or JRC-SI@ec.europa.eu