Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
| Question | Answer |
| 1. What are the steps to register and submit a proposal (Phase I) for the competition? |
Please check the following link for registration and PHASE I submission: Help - File (1) - Competition Registration & Submission (PHASE I) Tutorial. |
| 2. Will the teams be invited to the conference and receive a participation certificate? | The teams that reached the finals will be invited to the conference, with certificates of appreciation to be awarded. This is in addition to the announced top three prizes. |
| 3-Do all team members need to register individually for the competition? | No, only the team leader needs to complete the registration. The team leader will be responsible for adding the rest of the team members during the registration process. |
| 4-Is there a template for PHASE I submission? |
Yes, there are templates for all requirements across all phases. Please visit the following link to download the needed template. https://ices2025.conferences.ekb.eg/page_2958.html |
| 5- What are the requirements for PHASE I submission? |
In PHASE I, you are required to submit only a concept (this means you should explore application for the idea, and then a concept is created). Your proposal can cover the following points (the following are guiding points; you can add and modify):
Be noted that, the proposal should have more illustration than running texts (chart, info-graphs, . . .). The proposal will be submitted as PDF, Maximum: 3 Pages, Size: A3. Please review the TOR, and download the needed template from: https://ices2025.conferences.ekb.eg/page_2958.html
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| 6- How will your project be evaluated? |
Evaluation Criteria: The evaluation of your project will be based on three key dimensions:
This dimension assesses how well your project addresses one or more of the 8 key themes within energy systems. Projects do not need to cover all themes. Each aspect will be evaluated using a 5-point Likert scale, and the total points will be calculated as a sum.
This dimension evaluates the overall quality and comprehensiveness of the proposal. These general aspects will also be scored using a 5-point Likert scale, with the total points summed.
The maturity level of the technology proposed in the project will be assessed using the TRL scale, with points ranging from 1 to 7, depending on the project's development stage. Please review the TOR, it can be downloaded from: https://ices2025.conferences.ekb.eg/data/cnf1714326984/uploads/TOR_2024_(V5).pdf |
| 7- Is there any fee to participate in the competition at any stage? | No, there are no registration fees or fees at any stage |
| 8. How can I find my submission ID? |
The submission ID appears at the final stage of the submission, so you can proceed in the submission and then return to modify the file with the ID.  |
| 9. Can the report be more than 6 pages in Phase II ? |
Teams should respect the six-page limit for the main report in Phase 2. However, any additional materials that support the project can be included in the supplementary materials, such as annexes. |
| 10. How can I submit Phase II? |
Please review the Phase II Tutorial for comprehensive instructions on the submission process (Click Here) |
| 11. Are there any additional directions for banner design besides the TOR banner format mentioned? |
Yes, please check the following link for more guidance on banner design. |