Four Great Lakes Invasive Carp Challenge Finalists to Compete in Michigan’s Carp Tank

In February 2017, Gov. Rick Snyder announced the Great Lakes Invasive Carp Challenge, a worldwide search for ideas to stop invasive carp from entering the Great Lakes.  A software consultant, a robotics professor, a civil engineer and a hydraulic engineer – will compete for $500,000 in cash prizes during the “Carp Tank” livestream event Tuesday, March 27, beginning at 9:30 a.m. (Eastern) at www.michigan.gov/snyderlive.

Finalists each will have 15 minutes to explain their proposed methods for keeping invasive carp from entering the Great Lakes and five minutes to respond to questions from a four-judge panel.   The awards presentation is anticipated at 11:45 a.m. (Eastern) and also will be livestreamed.  Click on the following paragraph to access the full story.

“Protecting the Great Lakes is a top priority for the state and its residents because invasive carp pose a serious threat to our ecology and economy,” Snyder said. “The Carp Challenge has spurred innovators and entrepreneurs to bring their best ideas to the table to help the Great Lakes region combat this imminent threat. I’m excited to learn more about their proposals.”