GREEN DESIGN CHALLENGE: PITCH GUIDE
Science, Technology, and Society (STS)
1. Proposal of the Activity
2. Overview of the Activity
The Green Design Challenge asks you to propose an innovative, eco-friendly technological
solution that addresses a real environmental problem in your community or the country.
You will create a sustainable design, analyze its science and technology components, and
deliver a pitch presentation highlighting its societal benefits.
Your pitch should demonstrate:
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Understanding of STS concepts
Creativity and innovation
Feasibility and sustainability
Social and environmental impact
1. Title of the Innovation
Provide a concise, creative project title that reflects the environmental problem and your
proposed green solution.
2. The Problem (Environmental Issue)
Clearly explain the specific environmental challenge your project addresses.
Guide questions:
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What is the problem?
Why is it urgent or relevant?
Who is affected?
What scientific/STS concepts relate to this issue?
3. The Root Cause
Use simple diagrams:
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Fishbone diagram / 5 Whys / Cause-Effect Map
4. Proposed Green Solution
Describe your innovative design or idea.
Discuss the following:
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What is your proposed solution?
What makes it “green” or environmentally sustainable?
How does it work?
What materials or technology will be used
4. Scientific & Technological Basis
Show the science behind your idea.
Include:
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Scientific principles
Technologies involved
STS concepts that support your solution
Any existing studies or models that inspired your design
5. Environmental & Social Impact
Explain the benefits of your project.
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How does it reduce harm to the environment?
How does it improve the quality of life of the community?
What SDGs does it directly support?
6. Feasibility & Implementation
Discuss how the project can realistically be done.
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Cost and materials
Tools or equipment needed
Steps to create the prototype
Possible challenges and solutions
7. Innovation & Uniqueness
Highlight what makes your project stand out.
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Is it new?
What makes it better or more effective than existing solutions?
What creative element did your group add?
8. Prototype / Concept Sketch
Include:
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A labeled sketch
Fishbone diagram
Can be hand-drawn or digital
(If available, insert photos of initial drafts or 3D models)
9. Sustainability Assessment
Environmental – renewable materials, low carbon
Social – benefits to the community
Economic – cost, livelihood opportunities
Explain:
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How your design promotes sustainability
How it can be maintained or improved over time
Potential scaling for community or industry use
10. Impact Projection
Include:
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Environmental benefits
How many users can be helped
Cost savings
Community empowerment
11. Prototype / Model Demo
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Photos or video
Materials and tools used
3D model, animation, or diagram
12. Limitations & Risks
Mention at least:
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Technical limitations
Materials cost
Scalability issues
13. Future Improvements
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Add-ons
Smarter features
More sustainable upgrades
14. Closing Statement
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Why your project matters
Call to action
15. References
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In APA format
Limit your references to at least 7 – 10. In alphabetical order.
16. Appendices: In a 1 whole sheet of paper
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Documentation/s (with proper labelling)
Letters (if you have asked permission from the community)
Pictures of the concept of working on your prototype
Others
Note:
Submission of the manual/clear book is scheduled for December 9, 2025.
RUBRIC FOR GREEN DESIGN PITCH
1. Content & Clarity – 30%
Accuracy, clear explanation of problem and solution, correct STS concepts.
2. Scientific & Technological Basis – 20%
Logical, evidence-based reasoning; proper connection to STS.
3. Innovation & Creativity – 25%
Originality and level of creativity in design.
4. Environmental & Social Impact – 15%
Relevance and alignment to sustainability and SDGs.
5. Presentation of the document – 10%
Confidence, clarity, organization, and time management.
Total: 100%