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The World's First Re-Wilding Innovation Olympiad
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About RIO
What is the Re-Wilding Innovation Olympiad?
RIO is a global student movement that believes the next generation of innovators will be the ones who rewild our planet. It is not just a competition — it is a curriculum, a community, and a call to action for every student from Class 4 to undergraduate level.
Through three extraordinary challenge tracks — Nature & Ecology, Ritual & Culture, and Applied Imaginations & Cognitive Science — students discover that rewilding the Earth begins with rewilding the mind.
RIO is backed by the Pixodus character universe from Pixel Galaxy Studio's Saving Icebergs IP — a story of three RGB Whoctopus characters and a W8 guide who travel the planet teaching communities how to bring nature back. This is not a textbook. This is an adventure.
Grand Prize 2025–26
Win a 3-Month Academic Program in South Korea
RIO is a global student movement that believes the next generation of innovators will be the ones who rewild our planet. It is not just a competition — it is a curriculum, a community, and a call to action for every student from Class 4 to undergraduate level.
Through three extraordinary challenge tracks — Nature & Ecology, Ritual & Culture, and Applied Imaginations & Cognitive Science — students discover that rewilding the Earth begins with rewilding the mind.
RIO is backed by the Pixodus character universe from Pixel Galaxy Studio's Saving Icebergs IP — a story of three RGB Whoctopus characters and a W8 guide who travel the planet teaching communities how to bring nature back. This is not a textbook. This is an adventure.
About RIO
Meet Your Pixodus Guides
Each character in the Saving Icebergs story represents a different
dimension of planetary rewilding. Complete their challenges. Earn their badges. Join their mission.
PIXO R — Red Whoctopus
Nature Track
The bold explorer of the trio. Pixo R dives into the most polluted ecosystems and sparks the cleanup. Students in the Nature track follow Pixo R's field missions — from coral reef restoration to urban forest mapping.
PIXO G — Green Whoctopus
Ritual Track
The meditating philosopher of the group. Pixo G connects ancient ritual wisdom to modern ecological science. Students in the Ritual track study indigenous knowledge, traditional ecology, and ceremonial land stewardship through Pixo G's story arc.
PIXO W8 — White Chronicler
CogniSense Track
The artist and visual chronicler who processes the world through creation. Pixo W8 holds the brushes, the data, and the questions. Students in the Applied Imaginations track design creative solutions using cognitive science and systems thinking.
OCEANO — The Whale Guide
All Tracks
The giant silent guardian — sketched but never fully seen, always present. Oceano's intelligence guides all three Whoctopus characters and symbolises the planetary intelligence that students unlock through the Olympiad. The Grand Prize is named in Oceano's honour.
PIXO R — Red Whoctopus
PIXO G — Green Whoctopus
PIXO W8 — White Chronicler
OCEANO — The Whale Guide
The Saving Icebergs Story
The IP Universe behind RIO
Saving Icebergs is the story of three RGB Whoctopus characters and their W8 guide on a journey to rewild Planet Earth. Each chapter of the book corresponds to one RIO challenge track. As students complete Olympiad rounds, they unlock new chapters of the story — making their academic journey part of a living, evolving narrative adventure. The book is published by Pixel Galaxy Studio as part of the GTM Fuel IP universe.
| Registration Type | Fee per Student | Includes | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| School Registration (Bulk) | ₹150 per student | Round 1 + Round 2 + Certificate | Online / NEFT / Bank Transfer |
| Individual Student Registration | ₹200 per student | Round 1 + Round 2 + Certificate | UPI / Debit / Credit / Net Banking |
| Workbook (Study Material) | ₹250 per class | Climate Change workbook + Sample papers | Online Payment |
| E-Book Package | ₹99 | Digital workbook + Previous year papers (PDF) | Online Payment |
| Combo Pack (Registration + Workbook) | ₹350 | Exam + Workbook + Sample Papers | Online Payment |
| Note: All payments processed via secure gateway with 256-bit SSL. GST applicable as per Government norms. Registration fees are non-refundable. Schools can pay via NEFT/IMPS using bank details provided post-registration. | |||
Round 1 – School Level Exam
- OMR-based multiple choice format
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Total Questions: 50 MCQs
- 1 mark per correct answer
- No negative marking in Round 1
- Conducted at student’s own school
- Top 10% per class qualify for Round 2
Round 2 – National Level Exam
- Online exam from home / exam centre
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Total Questions: 60 MCQs
- Sections: Conceptual (30) + Applied (30)
- 1 mark per correct answer
- Negative marking: 0.25 for wrong answer
- National rank and Korea prize decided here
Topics Covered
- Climate Science & Global Warming
- Greenhouse Gases & Carbon Cycle
- Renewable Energy & Sustainability
- Biodiversity & Ecosystem Impact
- Climate Policy & International Agreements
- Environmental Conservation Practices
- Current Climate Events & Data
Evaluation & Reporting
- Accuracy-based marking system
- Time taken used for rank tiebreaks
- Separate rankings per class (1–10)
- Individual performance report provided
- Detailed score breakdown by topic
- School-wise performance analytics
- State rank and national rank certificate
| Event | Dates 2025–26 | Details | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Opens | 15 April 2025 | Student & school registration begins | Open Now |
| Early Bird Registration Ends | 30 June 2025 | Discounted ₹150 school registration closes | Upcoming |
| Last Date – All Registrations | 31 August 2025 | Final deadline for all registrations | Upcoming |
| Study Material Dispatch | September 2025 | Workbooks dispatched to schools by courier | Planned |
| Round 1 – School Level Exam | October–November 2025 | OMR exam conducted at respective schools | Planned |
| Round 1 Results Released | January 2026 | Results + Round 1 certificates sent to schools | Planned |
| Round 2 – National Level Exam | February 2026 | Online exam for qualified top 10% students | Planned |
| Final Results & National Rankings | March 2026 | National rank list published on website | Planned |
| Annual Award Function & Korea Prize | April–May 2026 | Grand prize Korea trip awarded to national topper | Planned |
Class 1–3 – Earth Explorers
- Basic nature and environment awareness
- Weather patterns, seasons and water cycle
- Plants, animals and their roles in nature
- Importance of air, water and clean soil
- Simple habits: reduce, reuse, recycle
- Conservation of energy at home
Class 4–6 – Climate Curious
- What is climate change and why does it matter?
- The greenhouse effect explained simply
- Impact on polar ice, sea levels, and weather
- Renewable vs non-renewable energy sources
- Deforestation and its cascading effects
- India’s environmental challenges
Class 7–9 – Climate Thinkers
- Carbon cycle, global warming science in depth
- Climate zones, biodiversity threats
- Paris Agreement and COP summits
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- India’s Nationally Determined Contributions
- Electric vehicles, solar, wind energy systems
Class 10 – Climate Champions
- Advanced climate science and IPCC reports
- Carbon offsetting and net-zero pathways
- Climate economics and green financing
- Environmental law and global policy analysis
- Real-world case studies from India and Korea
- Data analysis and climate scenario modeling
How to Join the Movement
Your RIO Journey — 5 Stages
your profile, and your planet-saving portfolio
01
Register Online
Open — 31 Aug 2026
Register free. Receive your unique Pixodus Participant ID via email. Unlock the Rio Voyage app starter missions.
02
Qualifiers Round
1 – 10 Sep 2026
25-minute online quiz. 10 questions across your chosen track. Score 8/10 or above to advance to the Quarter Finals.
Online Quiz
03
Quarter Finals
20 – 30 Sep 2026
25-minute advanced quiz. 15 questions. Score 13/15 to qualify as one of the top 1000 Quarter-Finalists. Earn the Wearable Badge of Honour.
Advanced Quiz
04
Semi-Finals
10 – 20 Oct 2026
3-hour online essay writing. Propose innovative, real-world solutions to a global environmental challenge. Top 100 become Semi-Finalists.
Essay Challenge
Finals
15 Nov 2026
Pitch your groundbreaking idea live. Top 10 Finalists named Defenders of Earth. Top Winner receives the Oceano Grand Prize — a fully funded trip to South Korea.
Grand Final Pitch
Rewards & Recognition
Why Participate? Because the rewards are real.
From digital certificates to a fully funded Korea trip —
every stage of RIO delivers tangible recognition for your innovation.
Oceano Grand Prize — Fly to South Korea
The top winner of RIO 2026 will receive a fully funded trip to South Korea — including flights, accommodation, and participation in a youth innovation summit hosted by KOCCA (Korea Creative Content Agency). You will represent India on the global stage, present your rewilding innovation to international judges, and join the Pixel Galaxy Studio creative circle as a Young Innovation Ambassador.
Top 10 Finalists
Defenders of Earth
Featured in the RIO documentary. Opportunity to represent India globally. National media coverage. Certificate signed by Pixel Galaxy Studio and KOCCA.
Top 100 Semi-Finalists
Staff of Greenie Agents
Exclusive Staff of Greenie Agents digital badge. Invitation to the RIO Online Innovation Summit. LinkedIn-verified achievement. Mentorship from Pixel Galaxy Studio curators.
Top 1000 Quarter-Finalists
Wearable Badge of Honour
Physical Wearable Badge of Honour — a symbol of your commitment to planetary rewilding. Official Quarter-Finalist certificate. Pixodus character collectible digital card set.
All Participants
Digital Certificate of Participation
Official digital certificate. Your unique Pixodus Participant ID. Access to the full Rio Voyage app curriculum. Entry into the RIO global alumni community.
For Institutions & Schools
- Green Campus Certification
- Champion of Change Award
- School Featured in RIO Documentary
- Earth Guardians Excellence Award
- Educator of the Year Award
- National Rewilding School Network Membership
Choose Your Challenge
Three Innovation Tracks
has its own Pixodus guide, challenge curriculum, and prize path.
01
Nature & Ecology
Study and propose solutions to real-world ecological challenges — coral reef degradation, urban deforestation, wetland loss, and species extinction. Guided by Pixo R, the bold explorer.
02
Ritual & Cultural Intelligence
Explore how ancient indigenous practices, traditional ecological knowledge, and cultural ritual systems offer the most sophisticated planet-care frameworks ever developed. Guided by Pixo G, the meditating sage.
03
Applied Imaginations & CogniSense
Design creative, technology-driven solutions to planetary crises using cognitive science, systems design, AI, and imaginative thinking. Guided by Pixo W8, the white chronicler-artist.
How to Join
Simple to Start. Powerful to Finish.
Register for free online
Download the Rio Voyage app
Take the Qualifiers quiz
Advance through the rounds
Take the Qualifiers quiz
Whether you reach the Finals or the Qualifiers, every RIO participant joins the global Greenie Agents alumni community — a lifelong credential in planetary innovation.
Eligibility & Key Details
Students Class 4 to Undergraduate — All Indian students enrolled in any recognised school, college, or university
120+ Cities — RIO is available in every state of India. International registrations welcome.
100% Online — All rounds (Qualifiers, Quarter Finals, Semi-Finals) are fully online. The Grand Final is hybrid — online + live venue.
Team or Individual — Participate solo or as a team of up to 3. Teams receive a collective certificate and shared prize eligibility.
Registration is free — No fees to participate. All curriculum content is free via the Rio Voyage app.
Languages — English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, Marathi. More regional languages launching Q2 2026.
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — completely. Registration, all quiz rounds, the essay challenge, and access to the Rio Voyage app curriculum are 100% free. There are no hidden fees at any stage.
Not at all. RIO welcomes students from all streams — science, arts, commerce, vocational, and interdisciplinary programmes. The three tracks are designed to reward creative and cultural thinking as much as scientific knowledge.
Yes! Schools and colleges can register as institutional partners, receive the Green Campus Certification, nominate students for all rounds, and compete for the Educator of the Year and Champion of Change awards.
Essays are judged by a panel of environmental scientists, educators, and Pixel Galaxy Studio creative mentors. Criteria: scientific understanding, innovation quality, real-world applicability, and communication clarity. Detailed rubric provided in the app before the Semi-Final opens.
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The top winner of the Grand Final receives a fully funded trip to Seoul, South Korea — flights, accommodation, and participation in the KOCCA (Korea Creative Content Agency) Youth Innovation Summit. The trip also includes a feature in the RIO documentary and ₹2,50,000 cash prize.
Saving Icebergs is a published IP from Pixel Galaxy Studio — the creative company behind RIO. It follows three RGB Whoctopus characters (Pixo R, Pixo G, Pixo W8) and their whale guide Oceano as they rewild the planet. RIO’s curriculum is tied to this story — students unlock chapters as they progress through each round.
Rio Voyage is the free learning app that hosts all 45 RIO curriculum sessions across the three tracks. It includes video lessons, quizzes, character story chapters, and assessment tools. Available on iOS, Android, and web browser. All students who register get free access.
RIO is open to students from Class 4 (approximately age 9) through to undergraduate final year (approximately age 22). There are separate prize tiers for school-level (up to Class 12) and undergraduate-level participants in all rounds.
Registration Open Now
Ready to Rewild the World?
Join 50,000+ student innovators across India who are learning, competing, and building real solutions for the planet’s most urgent ecological crises — guided by the Pixodus characters and backed by KOCCA Korea.
begin 1 September 2026
Everything a Climate Champion Needs
Annual Olympiad Exam
Two-round competitive exam covering Climate Science, Environmental Studies, Renewable Energy, Biodiversity, and Climate Policy. For Class 1–10 students from any school board.
Monthly Practice Tests
Topic-wise monthly online practice tests help students build their climate knowledge systematically throughout the academic year with detailed feedback and instant scores.
Study Material
Expert-designed workbooks, previous year question papers with solutions, e-books, and monthly practice tests curated specifically for the RIO Climate Change Olympiad curriculum.
Secure Online Exam Portal
Encrypted, intuitive online examination platform for Round 2. Auto-graded instantly, with individual performance analytics and national ranking dashboards for students.
School Partnership
Schools get dedicated coordinator support, bulk registration benefits, school-level ranking, teacher recognition awards, and full event management assistance for the exam day.
Awards & Certificates
Every participant earns a digital certificate. Toppers receive medals, trophies, and the grand prize — a life-changing 3-month academic trip to South Korea.