U.S. Department of Energy Solar District Cup Collegiate Design Competition – Sep 28

Posted by U.S. Department of Energy on September 19, 2023

Would you like to help college students get a step up in their solar industry training? The U.S. Department of Energy Solar District Cup Collegiate Design Competition is recruiting for the new competition year!

Please send this opportunity to a college student looking for real-world solar photovoltaic (PV) system design experience or a faculty member looking to bring this experience into the classroom.

Students who compete in the Solar District Cup Class of 2023–2024 will:

• Take on the role of a solar developer by designing solar-plus-storage solutions for a real district
• Receive access to energy tools, training, and mentorship from solar energy experts
• Have opportunities to network with industry insiders
• Participate in a unique, team-based experience that can shape their future
• Gain a career advantage that could help them land good jobs in the renewable energy industry.

September 28, 2023, is the deadline to register a student team and participate in the full-academic-year competition.

If students are enrolled in at least one college course in the Fall, 2023, semester—this could be the experience that opens up new career possibilities!

If you know someone who might be interested, share these helpful resources:

• Watch the Informational Webinar recording from August 17
• Learn more on the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar District Cup webpage
• Register a team on the Solar District Cup HeroX competition page

Still have questions? Reach out to the competition organizers at solardistrictcup@nrel.gov to schedule a one-on-one meeting!