The Solar Decathlon Africa Design Challenge 2024 for young African innovators

Feb 22, 2024

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Applications are accepted for the 2024 Solar Decathlon Africa Design Challenge. Calling all African innovators! Are you passionate about design, sustainability, and solving real-world problems? The Solar Decathlon Africa Design Challenge allows you to display your talent, collaborate with like-minded colleagues, and help define the future of Africa’s built environment.

Compete: Join interdisciplinary teams and create innovative, net-zero building designs that address Africa’s unique needs, from climate resilience to affordability and community wellbeing.
Learn: Delve into cutting-edge building science with expert guidance and online resources. Master skills in architecture, engineering, and more.
Network: Build lasting connections with industry professionals, faculty mentors, and fellow Decathletes from across Africa and beyond.

Your designs: Make a real difference! Partner with local stakeholders to develop solutions for real-world building projects.
Global recognition: Gain international exposure and win awards on an exciting platform. Join the growing network of Solar Decathlon alumni.
Career-ready: Develop market-ready skills and become a leader in the sustainable building revolution.

Benefits

For Students: Gain industry-relevant experience, win internship opportunities, and stand out to future employers.
For Faculty: Enhance your curriculum, build faculty networks, and prepare students for a sustainable future.
For Project Partners: Access innovative solutions, collaborate with talented students, and gain media exposure.
For Industry Partners: Foster innovation, recruit top talent, and learn about cutting-edge building technologies.

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