Iowa State University has been accepted into the Department of Energy's Solar Decathlon competition for 2009. We are the first team to participate from the State of Iowa. Our project, the
Interlock House, will be designed as a free-standing solar-powered dwelling that will generate enough energy for its needs and direct any surplus to the grid or a companion house nearby.
It is designed to be constructed within an established
community to connect with the site's existing infrastructures, not only its utilities, but its educational, commercial, transit, and social networks.
Inhabiting in-between spaces in already developed neighborhoods is a strategy for community densification and an alternative to sprawl, especially in rural and suburban areas. The house will also enable people such as retirees, empty nesters, college students, or members of
extended households to stay in neighborhoods which they might not be able to afford otherwise.
Solar Decathlon Team Recruitment Meeting
6p.m. on Thursday September 4th
130 Design, COD
Come learn the specifics about how you can get involved with the Interlock House.
Students from all majors are welcome.
Snacks will be provided.
Contact Chelsey cdolsen@iastate.edu for further information.
