The next U.S. Department of Energy Race to Zero Student Design Competition (Race to Zero) will be held April 22-23, 2017, at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden, Colorado. This competition challenges collegiate teams to apply sound building science principles to create cost-effective, market-ready designs that meet DOE's Zero Energy Ready Homes Program requirements.
The competition has four categories. One team from each collegiate institution can submit an entry for each contest:
- Suburban Single-Family
- Urban Single-Family
- Attached Housing (2-6 unit rowhome projects)
- Small Multifamily (up to 3 stories)
The Race to Zero is designed to provide students with a unique opportunity to participate in hands-on building science analysis, including an in-depth investigation of specific interactions and integration of building design. The competition will grant students experience working on the multi-disciplinary teams so vital to professional work, as well as chances to network with industry professionals and companies. Recognized experts and educators will be on hand to provide the latest in building science training. Participants selected will join the ranks of hundreds of the best and brightest collegiate students who have already experienced the excitement and creativity of the Race to Zero.
The team application website is open, and the 2017 competition guide is available. Start your registration now to gain access to additional information and resources!
Ian McTiernan, Manager, Federal Relations