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REGISTRATION OPENS
January 8, 2024
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
February 29, 2024
SEMIFINAL COMPETITION
April 8, 2024
FINAL COMPETITION IN BENGUERIR
June 6, 2024
SOLAR DECATHLON AFRICA DESIGN CHALLENGE UNLEASH YOUR VISION, SHAPE THE FUTURE
Calling all African innovators! Are you passionate about design, sustainability, and tackling real-world challenges? The Solar Decathlon Africa Design Challenge is your chance to showcase your talent, collaborate with like-minded peers, and help shape the future of Africa's built environment.
Design for Impact
- 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.
Shape the Future
- 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.
Why Compete?
- 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.
The Journey
- Announcement Day: December 1, 2023
- Competition Rules Release: January 8, 2024
- Registration Deadline: February 29, 2024
- Project Submission Deadline: March 18, 2024
- Virtual Semifinals: April 17, 2024
- In-Person Finals: June 6, 2024 (BenGuerir, Morocco)
Ready to unleash your vision and shape the future of Africa? REGISTER NOW and join the Solar Decathlon Africa Design Challenge!