The Architecture at Zero competition challenge is to create a zero net energy (ZNE) library for San Benito County Free Library in Hollister, CA.  The new building will replace the existing structure.

First, entrants will create an overall site plan and are encouraged to highlight any energy efficiency strategies or systems shown. Second, entrants will design the building in detail, and should demonstrate how the design will achieve zero net energy (ZNE) performance. In order to support that the building design can meet the ZNE performance goal, entrants will provide required documentation and may also include supplementary documentation.

The competition is open to students, architects, landscape architects, urban planners, engineers and designers anywhere in the world. Up to $25,000 will be awarded to student and professional winners.