The initiative is interdisciplinary, involving faculty members and students from various schools, including the School of Agriculture and Environmental and Allied Sciences, School of Business, College of Engineering, and the School of Technology. Technology transfer, or getting results into practice, is a high priority for the research. We are constantly seeking partners for collaborative research. Outreach to the general public is also an important element of the initiative. Tours are available for public and private school children who can see research in progress, and see science applied in everyday life, such as solar energy to heat water in the home environment.
Tours are also available to the general public.
The units demonstrate features of universal design, which involves the design for ease of use of all occupants regardless of age or physical state. This means that children, young and older adults, and individuals with temporary or permanent physical limitations can use the home with greater ease and convenience. This study is part of the Building America program sponsored through the U.S. Department of Energy. All Rights Reserved.