What if your team’s next big challenge was solving an energy crisis? With Green Energy, one of the most innovative formats in our catalogue of 130+ activities, participants become clean energy engineers: starting from raw materials and a dynamo, they must design and build from scratch a machine capable of converting mechanical energy into electrical energy. No instructions, no step-by-step guides — just ingenuity, teamwork and the drive to win. The team that generates the most current, or builds the most efficient project, takes the victory. The result is two hours of collective, high-voltage energy where collaboration becomes the engine — quite literally.
The Challenge: Building Energy From Nothing
At the heart of Green Energy lies a challenge that is simple in concept but complex in execution. Each team receives raw materials and a dynamo, with no manual and no guidance. Participants must assess the available resources, exchange ideas, assign roles and find an ingenious solution entirely on their own. This approach stimulates lateral thinking, problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure — competencies that translate directly into organisational value beyond the activity itself. The final competition — who generates the most power or builds the most efficient machine — adds just the right competitive edge to turn collaboration into something truly memorable.
Sustainability as a Shared Language
Green Energy is more than a construction activity: it is an experience that places sustainability at the heart of the corporate narrative. At a time when ESG topics are increasingly central to business strategy, this format offers an original and engaging way to embody green values within the team. Participants do not simply hear about clean energy — they produce it, measure it and celebrate it together. This is a powerful shift in perspective, capable of reinforcing corporate identity and building a sense of shared belonging around issues that genuinely matter.
Why It Works: The Science Behind the Format
With 22 years of experience in corporate team building, at TeamBuilding.it we know that the most impactful experiences share a few key characteristics: they are challenging, collaborative, physically engaging and connected to a purpose bigger than the individual. Green Energy ticks every box. Hands-on construction activates different learning channels compared to traditional training, fostering experiential memory and long-term retention. The competitive team structure naturally generates leadership dynamics, internal negotiation and conflict management — all soft skills that emerge organically, without the rigidity of a frontal workshop. The final debrief allows the experience to be anchored to the company’s strategic objectives, making Green Energy a genuine organisational development tool.
How to Organise Green Energy for Your Team
Green Energy is available in both indoor and outdoor formats, adapting easily to corporate spaces, event venues or open-air settings. The standard duration is approximately 2 hours, with customisation options based on group size and event requirements. The format is particularly well-suited to teams with a strong tech or scientific background, but works brilliantly with mixed groups too: the hands-on challenge levels the playing field regardless of professional background. It is an ideal choice for companies looking to strengthen their sustainability culture internally, for ESG initiative launch events, or simply to give their team an unforgettable experience. We operate from our bases in Rome and Milan, with the ability to reach any location across Italy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Green Energy team building format? Green Energy is a corporate team building activity in which participants design and build a clean energy machine from scratch, using raw materials and a dynamo, with no instructions provided. The winning team is the one that generates the most current or builds the most efficient project.
How long does the Green Energy format last? The standard duration is approximately 2 hours, which can be adjusted to suit the specific needs of the group and the corporate event programme.
Is Green Energy suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings? Yes, the format is available in both indoor and outdoor versions, making it adaptable to a wide range of venues and locations.
Which companies benefit most from this format? Green Energy is particularly well-suited to companies focused on tech and sustainability, but its practical, inclusive nature makes it a great fit for any type of team. It is an excellent choice for events tied to ESG strategies or corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Ready to bring Green Energy to your next corporate event? Get in touch and our team will help you build a tailored experience. We build teams that work.
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