The Solar Decathlon Africa Design Challenge 2024 for young African innovators
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.
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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.
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Program Summary
Type(s) | Competitions |
For | Innovators |
Deadline | February 29, 2024 |
Mode | On-site |
Key Benefit(s) | Training |
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Deadline Alert | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Learn | Take certified course ↗️ |
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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.
Timeline
- Registration Deadline: February 29, 2024
- Project Submission Deadline: March 18, 2024
- Virtual Semifinals: April 17, 2024
- In-Person Finals: June 6, 2024 (BenGuerir, Morocco)
Deadline: February 29, 2024
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