
Welcome back! The 2025 Innovation Challenge is OPEN!
CLEAR's annual contest is open to all NCDOT employees to submit their best practices and innovative ideas.

Help us break through barriers with project delivery by submitting your ideas to the 2025 Innovation Challenge from NOW, September 17th until October 13th!
Submission Details: SUBMIT YOUR IDEA HERE!
Help us identify and implement process improvements from concept through maintenance that support:
- Efficient project delivery
- Cost-effective solutions
- Value-driven outcomes
Ideas should be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. on Monday, October 13, 2025.
2025 Innovation Challenge Winners will:
- Receive a certificate / NCDOT merch.
- Be featured in a promotional video describing their solution.
- Gain recognition for their innovative contributions within statewide communication.
All submissions will be reviewed by a panel of judges from across NCDOT. Winners will be notified in November 2025 and announced in December 2025.