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Article: Cornell University Chooses Thermablok to Insulate Its 2009 Solar Decathlon 'Silo House'.
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- Journal of Engineering
- Article date:
- August 26, 2009
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Cornell University students are preparing to preview their eco-friendly "Silo House" at the New York State Fair August 27-September 9, 2009, just weeks before the 2009 Solar Decathlon competition in Washington, DC. The Solar Decathlon is a prestigious international competition sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy that challenges 20 college and university teams from around the world to design, build, and operate the most aesthetic and energy-efficient model home possible.
Designed by Cornell University architectural student Irina Chernyakova, the Silo House style combines sustainable modular design with a unique assembly of geometric elements. Chernyakova's ...