Oldsmar, FL — Structall Building Systems®, based in Oldsmar, FL, is proud to congratulate the University of Texas at Austin 2007 Solar Decathlon Team (UTSolarD) for winning first place in the BP Solar design contest and reaching the top 10 overall at the Solar Decathlon competition.  As a Platinum Sponsor for the team, Structall donated its patented 4” Steel Snap-N-Lock™ Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs).  The Steel Snap-N-Lock™ SIPs form the walls and roof of the structure and create a highly rigid and energy-efficient envelope.

The Solar Decathlon is a biennial event sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, BP Solar, the American Institute of Architects and Sprint. The Department of Energy selects 20 schools to compete in 10 contests. Teams are challenged to produce a design that will sustain everyday household functions, power a car and provide a comfortable and attractive place to live. Teams composed of engineering and architectural students from participating universities design, construct, transport and erect completely sustainable solar homes and display them on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Each entry is judged on 10 criteria, including style, innovation and efficiency.

Congratulations to the University of Texas at Austin 2007 Solar Decathlon Team from Structall Building Systems®