YPEC aims to act as a dynamic platform for young professionals from different segments to exhibit their engineering and technology innovation in project presentations and booths.
Stepping into the transformative era of technology, the theme “Empower” has been chosen for YPEC 2026, highlighting the crucial role of human empowerment through AI in the coming decades. This theme underscores how Electrical and Mechanical technology, combined with artificial intelligence, can enhance productivity and creativity, enabling individuals to achieve more. We envision our participants showcasing innovative ideas that inspire and influence their peers, driving forward-thinking solutions.
Through this event, we aim to foster a spirit of engineering exploration, allowing participants to experience the thrill of presenting their projects and engaging with a vibrant community. We believe that empowering humanity to leverage AI will lead to a more inclusive society, unlocking new opportunities and transformative advancements for all.
This year, we are excited to announce that the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) will join us as a Co-organizer, further strengthening the connection between industry and academia for this flagship event. Our collaboration aims to inspire participants to sharpen their creativity and adaptability in response to the rapid technological advancements of the AI era. From pioneering inventions to practical applications, we envision our participants not only showcasing their ideas but also becoming influential voices in our society.
Project Topic: Any topic related to engineering and/or technology regardless of discipline
Participant: Any young professionals at the age of 18 – 30 (for Sections other than Secondary School Section)
Current secondary school students in Hong Kong or Macau aged under 25 years old (for Secondary School Section)
The number of places is limited in YPEC 2026, participating teams will be accepted after prelim screening and on a first-come-first-served basis
| Certificate | Trophy | Prize | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Participants | ✔ | - | - |
| Champion | ✔ | ✔ | HK$1,500 |
| 1st Runner Up | ✔ | ✔ | HK$1,000 |
| 2ⁿᵈ Runner Up | ✔ | ✔ | HK$500 |
| Merit Award (2 nos) | ✔ | - | HK$500 |
| Best Innovation Award (If Available) | ✔ | ✔ | HK$1,000 |
| My Favourite Poster Award | ✔ | - | HK$1,000 |
| Certificate | Trophy | Prize | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Participants | ✔ | - | - |
| Champion | ✔ | ✔ | HK$1,500 |
| 1st Runner Up | ✔ | ✔ | HK$1,000 |
| 2ⁿᵈ Runner Up | ✔ | ✔ | HK$500 |
| Best Innovation Award (If Available) | ✔ | ✔ | HK$1,000 |
| My Favourite Poster Award | ✔ | - | HK$1,000 |
Each Secondary School team has to submit:
> No more than 200 words in English
> Microsoft Word format
> Assessed for screening (if necessary) and competitionStandard template of the project abstract is available in DOWNLOADS. Each team shall email the abstract to submission@ietypec.org by the DUE DATE.
10-min Presentation + 5-min Q&A
> English ONLY
> Multimedia presentation
> Students in proper school uniformStructure (not restricted except for front page)
> Front page (inc. team member names, school name, project title)
> Content page
> Introduction and background
> Main body of presentation
> ConclusionThe presentation teams should ensure their connection & equipment are available for presentation. Each team shall email the presentation to submission@ietypec.org by the DUE DATE.
Each team should submit one poster PDF file and set up a booth on event date to explicate their project, explain and demonstrate their ideas.
> Size of the poster should be A0
> Should not be more than 25Mb.
> Poster should be in EnglishThose teams should submit their poster designs before DUE DATE to submission@ietypec.org, clearly stating their team number and the name of affiliation.
Apart from the abovementioned compulsory submissions, teams are recommended to deliver the following items to compete for the relevant awards:
The “product” could be a model, photos or videos that demonstrate the ideas of the project.
Each Sub-Degree / UnderGraduate / PostGraduate / OpeN Section team has to submit:
> No more than 200 words in English
> Microsoft Word format
> Assessed for screening (if necessary) and competitionStandard template of the project abstract is available in DOWNLOADS. Each team shall email the abstract to submission@ietypec.org by the DUE DATE.
10-min Presentation + 5-min Q&A
> English ONLY
> Multimedia presentation
> Students in proper school uniformStructure (not restricted except for front page)
> Front page (inc. team member names, school name, project title)
> Content page
> Introduction and background
> Main body of presentation
> ConclusionThe presentation teams should ensure their connection & equipment are available for presentation. Each team shall email the presentation to submission@ietypec.org by the DUE DATE.
Each team should submit one poster PDF file to explicate their project, explain and demonstrate their ideas.
> Size of the poster should be A0
> Should not be more than 25Mb.
> Poster should be in EnglishThose teams should submit their poster designs before DUE DATE to submission@ietypec.org, clearly stating their team number and the name of affiliation.
Apart from the abovementioned compulsory submissions, teams are recommended to deliver the following items to compete for the relevant awards:
The “product” could be a model, photos or videos that demonstrate the ideas of the project.
Due date for online application and abstract submission
Poster Submission Deadline
Presentation Material Deadline
YPEC 2026 Event Day at City University of Hong Kong
