Solar Decathlon Press Room
The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon press room provides contacts, information, and resources to members of the media who cover Solar Decathlon-related news.
Event Overview
The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon is an award-winning program that challenges collegiate teams to design, build, and operate solar-powered houses that are cost-effective, energy-efficient, and attractive. The winner of the competition is the team that best blends affordability, consumer appeal, and design excellence with optimal energy production and maximum efficiency.
The competition shows consumers how to save money and energy with affordable clean energy products that are available today. The Solar Decathlon also provides participating students with hands-on experience and unique training that prepares them to enter our nation's clean energy workforce.
The first Solar Decathlon was held in 2002; the competition has since occurred biennially in 2005, 2007, 2009, and 2011. The last event was held at the National Mall's West Potomac Park in Washington, D.C., Sept. 23–Oct. 2, 2011. The next event will take place Oct. 3–13, 2013, at Orange County Great Park in Irvine, California.
Open to the public free of charge, the Solar Decathlon gives visitors the opportunity to tour the houses, gather ideas to use in their own homes, and learn how energy-saving features can help them save money today.
2011 Media Guide
The Solar Decathlon 2011 media guide provides important information for members of the press. Learn more about Solar Decathlon 2011:
- Coverage Handbook
- Media kit
- Competing team websites, house videos and overview fact sheet
- Background Information
Other Online Resources
Explore these resources for additional information about the Solar Decathlon:
Subscribe to the Solar Decathlon news blog.
Follow Solar Decathlon on Twitter and join the conservation.
Become a fan on Facebook.
Download high-resolution images on the Solar Decathlon Flickr page.
Media Contacts
The contact information provided below is for media only. If you are not a member of the media but would like additional information, please see the Solar Decathlon contacts page. If you are a member of the media and have questions about the Solar Decathlon, please contact:
Chris Kielich
U.S. Department of Energy
Phone: 202-586-0581
Email: Christina.Kielich@hq.doe.gov
Jason Lutterman
U.S. Department of Energy
Phone: 202-586-0883
Email: Jason.Lutterman@ee.doe.gov
