University of Minnesota Solar Decathlon entry, the ICON house, is coming up for sale. …![]()
… “The 550-square-foot home, which took fifth place overall (out of 20 teams) in October’s Solar Decathlon (a DOE-sponsored contest that challenges universities from around the globe to design and construct the most efficient and appealing sun-powered dwelling), is known as the ICON Solar House due to its classic gabled roof design.
It was designed and built by a consortium of professionals and students in the U of M’s Institute of Technology, College of Design and College of Continuing Education. Minimum bid on the house will be $200,000. ” …
Via University of Minnesota: Solar house available for purchase
The ICON house deploys LED lighting, graywater recycling for drip irrigation, and natural light daylighting.
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