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WaterShed Team Receives Heartfelt Praise State-wide and Beyond

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Maggie Haslam
Exterior architectural photograph of Maryland's entry in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2011, Washington D.C., Sept. 30, 2011. (Credit: Jim Tetro/U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon)

Days after the University of Maryland’s entry, WaterShed, took first place at the Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2011, accolades for the team continue to pour in from supporters, media, and government officials, including official statements before the United States … Continue reading


University of Maryland Wins Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2011

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Maggie Haslam

WaterShed has taken first place at the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2011. The announcement was delivered by US Energy Secretary Steven Chu Saturday afternoon in front of a packed tent of students, sponsors and supporters. “There are lots of … Continue reading


STUDENT INTERVIEW: Jay Chmilewski – Engineering

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Maggie Haslam
Photo of Jay Chmilewski working

Jay Chmilewski has a great eye for detail. It’s a skill that in part attributes to his success in his civil engineering degree, and that sources his photography subjects, a hobby which gained him some local recognition at a gallery … Continue reading


Team Maryland Inspires Future Decathletes

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Allison Wilson
Photo of Jeff Rappaport and Jay Chmilewski demonstrating LDW

Team Maryland has engaged K-12 students in a variety of ways throughout WaterShed’s process, most notably working with a group of students from The Potomac School in McLean, Virginia. Students from The Potomac School attended meetings of the WaterShed team … Continue reading


MENTOR INTERVIEW: Brian Borak – Engineering

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Maggie Haslam
Photo of Brian Borak installing PV panels

Brian Borak is always on the lookout for new technologies. As an Energy Program Technical Analyst for Booz Allen Hamilton, he spends his days designing, executing, and managing energy research and development programs for his government clients, with the goal … Continue reading


MENTOR INTERVIEW: John Cartagirone – Construction

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Maggie Haslam
Photo of John Cartagirone

It might be safe to say that John Cartagirone is one of, if not THE veteran decathlete on the Maryland Solar Decathlon Team. A master electrician by trade and owner of American Power & Light out of Bowie, MD, John … Continue reading


STUDENT INTERVIEW: Moshe Katz – Communications

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Maggie Haslam
Photo of Moshe Katz and Yehuda Katz carrying ladder

One of the many components of WaterShed is its messaging. While the house itself will tell a narrative during the competition, the team has been spreading their message of sustainability and water conservation for months, through their website and social … Continue reading


STUDENT INTERVIEW: Nick Weadock – Engineering

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Maggie Haslam
Photo of Nick Weadock working

Nick Weadock was an ideal candidate for developing and installing WaterShed’s mechanical systems. While the whole team has a vested interest in a top performing AC unit, Nick has a little more at stake; he will need the assurance of … Continue reading


MENTOR INTERVIEW: Dan Vlacich – Engineering

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Maggie Haslam
Photo of Dan Vlacich

When Dan Vlacich steps onto the WaterShed construction site, the team is not only benefiting from his extensive knowledge and expertise in electrical and PV systems, but occasionally, free labor. “I’ll take any chance I can get to play with … Continue reading


Pursuing a Patent for “Green” Cooling System

Posted on September 4, 2011 by Maggie Haslam
Photo of Liquid Desiccant Waterfall in LEAFHouse

The dust hadn’t yet begun to settle from the Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2007, and Amy Gardner, LEAFHouse architecture faculty advisor, was hoping to return to her old routine. One of the things that could no longer be ignored … Continue reading


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