The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon

We are recruiting volunteers for the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2011. The event takes place on the National Mall, West Potomac Park in Washington, D.C., and will be open to the public Sept. 23 – Oct 2.

The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon challenges 20 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. Open to the public free of charge, the Solar Decathlon enables visitors to tour the houses, gather ideas to use in their own homes, and learn how energy-saving features can help them save money today.

We are recruiting greeters, docents, runners, solar experts, special event and walking route assistants, mentors and others. There is a job for everyone!

Visit the Solar Decathlon web site to find out more about volunteering or to register: http://www.solardecathlon.gov/volunteers.html

We hope you will join us!

The Volunteer Team

U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 

Volunteer Department

202.286.1700