A scenario (complex environmental issue) related to the annual theme will be provided to teams prior to the competition.

Teams are required to prepare a response to the scenario and present to a panel of judges how they would implement solutions to the problem.

A list of materials permitted for use during the presentation will be provided.   

Team oral presentations will be a maximum 15 minutes in length, followed by five minutes of question and answer with the judges.

All team members must participate orally during the presentation.

During presentations, no locality/affiliation identification, either written or verbal, is permitted.

Only the presentation aids and materials provided or approved by the Envirothon Board may be used during the presentation.

Oral presentation scores will be based upon the rubric approved by the Envirothon Board.

The audience (advisors, teachers, guests) may observe the oral presentations, but there must be NO communication or coaching. Any interaction could result in dismissal, disqualification, or a penalty. The audience must stay in the presentation room until their team has presented. No teams are allowed to watch other presentations.

No photography or recording devices shall be permitted, unless approved by the Envirothon Board.

All judges’ decisions are final.