Solar Decathlon Design Challenge

Collegiate students competing in the Solar Decathlon Design Challenge work in multidisciplinary teams to create innovative and high-performance building designs that address real-world issues related to climate change, affordability, and environmental justice.

APPLICATION WINDOW

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DEADLINE

26 Oct 2022

PRIZES

Collegiate institutions are recognized as leaders who are producing career-ready professionals with real-world skills.

Students develop market-ready design skills, form lasting connections with leading industry professionals, and join the growing global network of Solar Decathlete alumni.

Faculty prepare students to implement creative solutions in the buildings industry and build connections with other faculty members and collegiate programmes from around the world.

Industry partners and sponsors gain international recognition and play a transformative role in building the next generation of knowledgeable design professionals.

Alumni maintain strong connections to a global professional network and gain leadership skills through mentoring opportunities with current student teams.

OTHER KEY DATES

July 2022: Solar Decathlon Design Challenge Rules are released, Team Registration opens, and teams may begin work on the project.

September 2022 to March 2023: Competition webinars and Building Science trainings are offered to Participant Teams.

December 6, 2022: Teams are encouraged to submit a preliminary Project Summary.

February 2023: Virtual Semifinal Competition Event where teams showcase their preliminary designs to earn one of 10 finalist spots in each division.

April 2023: Teams present to industry leaders virtually or in-person during the hybrid Solar Decathlon Competition Event at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden, Colorado; awards are presented to winners.

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Credit: Solar Decathlon Design Challenge 

Date Added: 29 Sep 2022

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