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National Recognition for Colleges Teaching Zero Energy Design

  • 1.  National Recognition for Colleges Teaching Zero Energy Design

    Posted 05-15-2024 11:53 AM

    Does your collegiate institution have educational programs that teach zero-energy design best practices?

    If so, don't miss out on the chance to differentiate your program by earning the Zero Energy Design Designation (ZEDD) from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Apply by June 28!

    DOE recognizes programs that are best preparing the next generation's workforce by teaching a building-science educational curriculum that showcases best practices in zero-energy design and requires a zero-energy design practicum.

    Since 2022, 39 programs of study from 26 institutions have received the three-year designation.

    Learn more about the designation:

    Questions? Email ZEDD@NREL.gov.



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    Jes Brossman, jes.brossman@nrel.gov
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