Seven Things You Should Know About the Solar Decathlon | Edison International
- 9 years ago
Here are some helpful facts about the solar decathlon:
1. The solar decathlon is not a sporting event. University students from across the world are challenged to build and operate an ultra energy-efficient, yet cost-effective, solar-powered home. It’s called a decathlon because teams are judged on 10 categories, including architecture, engineering and communications.
2. The competition is presented by the U.S. Department of Energy. The public is able to tour the houses and understand how people can incorporate design features into their own homes to reduce utility bills.
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1. The solar decathlon is not a sporting event. University students from across the world are challenged to build and operate an ultra energy-efficient, yet cost-effective, solar-powered home. It’s called a decathlon because teams are judged on 10 categories, including architecture, engineering and communications.
2. The competition is presented by the U.S. Department of Energy. The public is able to tour the houses and understand how people can incorporate design features into their own homes to reduce utility bills.
Read more: http://bit.ly/1jg2IzG
? 2015 | 3BL Media/Edison International | All Rights Reserved