The US Department of Energy Solar Decathlon has trained over 25,000 students from 40 countries, supported 790 teams, and expanded to include both residential and commercial design and build challenges. January 24, 2022 Anne FischerThis year marks the 20th anniversary of the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon, an international collegiate competition that has challenged more than 25,000 students to create efficient, affordable buildings powered by renewable energy, while promoting student innovation, cross-disciplinary education, and real-world training for a variety of careers.The first Solar Decathlon competition was held on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., in the fall of 2002. Fourteen teams designed, built, transported, and showcased zero energy houses powered entirely by renewable energy—a feat relatively unheard of at the time. During the 21-day inaugural event,…
Solar Decathlon celebrates 20 years of training tomorrow’s clean energy workforce – pv magazine USA
