Abstract
Energy efficient. Decarbonized. Innovative. Resilient. Smart. Inclusive. Market ready. These words describe more than the ideal building. They distinguish the students who have participated in DOE's premier building competitions. The Solar Decathlon offers a unique experience that enables collegiate teams to develop critical career skills, learn from both national experts and peers, and gain valuable insights from world-class thought leaders and mentors. Specifically, student teams are challenged to design and (if part of the Solar Decathlon Build Challenge) build highly energy-efficient buildings powered by renewable energy. Teams are evaluated on 10 Contests, and the winning teams are those that best blend the topics of architectural and engineering excellence with innovation, market potential, building efficiency, smart energy production, and environmental justice. This guide discusses the history and structure of the Solar Decathlon and specifics about each of the 10 Contests.
| Original language | American English |
|---|---|
| Number of pages | 16 |
| State | Published - 2022 |
NREL Publication Number
- NREL/BK-5500-85036
Keywords
- architecture
- buildings
- competition
- competition guide
- engineering
- high-performance
- presentation
- rules
- Solar Decathlon
- student
