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Stackable Solar Homes for City Streets - Great idea from the Solar Decathlon! (via Ecobuilding)

Allison Friedman MA, United States 0 Ratings 103 Discussions 131 Group posts

Posted by: Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Check out this stackable solar entry from the New York City College of Technology. The D.U.R.A (Diverse, Urban, Resilient and Adaptable) home is an infill location meant for city streets. The team brings an urban approach to the Decathlon, reflecting their Brooklyn environment. Siting would surely be a key success factor. Are there plenty of NY locations with enough light to power the panels?

To read more: http://www.ecobuildingpulse.com/projects/stackable-solar-homes-for-new-york-city-streets_s?utm_source=newsletter&utm_content=Brief&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=EBP_092915%20(1)&he=9a92191c5fcb34591ee27fba8e3eae0a43c1a654

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