Ohio 6th, 7th, and 8th graders have imagined, designed, and engineered the future! Future City provides an authentic STEM experience for middle school students around the country.

Registration closes on October 31, 2025.

Ohio Region Competition is on January 10, 2026.

National Competition is on February 2026.

2025-26 Future City Theme: Farm to table. Design a city that eliminates food waste from farm to table and keeps your citizens health and safe.

Holly Tucker, Ohio EPA – Regional Coordinator
Alauddin Alauddin, Ohio EPA
Joe Bolzenius – Chair
Matt Marquis, ODNR
Scott Lowry, HNTB
Lydia Ramlo, Strand
Walker Clark, City of Columbus
Jeffrey Zaye