= Solar Decathlon
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The Solar Decathlon is a biennial competition organized by the U.S. Department of Energy that challenges college and university teams from around the world to design, build, and operate highly efficient and innovative solar-powered houses. The goal of the competition is to promote the importance of renewable energy and energy-efficient building practices while providing students with hands-on experience in sustainable architecture and engineering. Teams compete in ten contests that evaluate various aspects of their solar houses, including architecture, engineering, market viability, and communication.
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