[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 34 (Friday, February 28, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E284]
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        RECOGNIZING TEAM OF PARTICIPANTS IN SOLAR DECATHLON 2015

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                             HON. TOM REED

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 28, 2014

  Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a team from Alfred 
State College of Technology and Alfred University selected to compete 
in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2015. The team will 
complete a series of projects and initiatives, culminating in the 
construction of an energy-efficient, solar-powered house. Selection for 
participation in this event is a remarkable honor, with positions 
awarded to only 20 collegiate teams from across the country and around 
the world.
  Throughout the competition, students will develop energy-efficient 
designs, products, and technologies. The Solar Decathlon will provide 
students with practical training in engineering and architecture fields 
while allowing them to gain real-world experience. Students will gain 
valuable skills, enabling them to pursue careers in the expanding clean 
energy industry.
  The availability of renewable energy is essential in today's world. 
Energy-efficient designs and technologies reduce costs and energy 
consumption while protecting local communities and facilitating 
economic growth. As the need for energy continues to grow it is 
critical that we develop new methods for producing sustainable sources 
of renewable energy. Solar Decathlon 2015 will encourage a new 
generation of young engineers and entrepreneurs to face this challenge. 
I am confident that these students will develop innovative solutions 
and new technologies that will benefit families and businesses in my 
district and across the country.
  I once again congratulate the team of students from Alfred State 
College of Technology and Alfred University on their participation in 
Solar Decathlon 2015. I am proud to recognize this great achievement 
and I look forward to witnessing the great things that these students 
will accomplish.

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