In a recent announcement, the Department of Energy named 20 collegiate teams that would be participating in the event, which features model homes built by students which are then brought for display on the National Mall. Along with American teams, students from other countries will also participate in the event.
"These students are tomorrow’s leaders in helping develop a clean energy economy. Their innovative projects will help raise public awareness about energy efficiency, help save consumers money and reduce carbon pollution," said Energy Secretary Steven Chu.
The DOE added that the teams in question will feature technologies suited toward a wide range of climates and regions, while also demonstrating how solar energy can be helpful in areas like low-income housing, retirement communities, and other places.
Among this year's participants will be Appalachian State University, the University of Massachusetts at Lowell, Tongji University in China, and Ghent University in Belgium.
