May 8, 2009
 

Fourth DOE Solar Decathlon Set for October in Washington, D.C.
The Solar Decathlon that will be held this October in Washington, D.C. is only the fourth such event of its kind, but already the new generation of student designers is questioning the dominant trends.

Sustainable Design Assessment Team Aims for Green in Tennessee
AIA Communities by Design’s Sustainable Design Assessment Team (SDAT) is working on a project study in Chattanooga, Tennessee to transform the landscape and functionality of the region over the next decade. The project is called Southeast Tennessee Valley. SDAT programs bring together architects and other professionals to provide a plan for communities seeking to improve sustainability.

 
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