INTRODUCING HORIZON
Blue Sky Solar Racing at the University of Toronto recently unveiled its newest solar car, Horizon. Horizon was designed and built by a group of passionate, dedicated undergraduate students and will compete in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge 2015, a 3,000km endurance race across the Australian outback. We will be the only Canadian team competing against 45 teams from 25 countries around the world but we need your help to ship Horizon to Australia!
More photos from Horizon unveiling: https://www.flickr.com/photos/blueskysolar/sets/72157656599384588
WHAT IS BLUE SKY SOLAR RACING?
Blue Sky Solar Racing is an entirely student-run initiative at the University of Toronto that aims to challenge conventional ideas on education, transportation, and sustainability through the design and construction of solar powered vehicles. Through this project, students gain hands-on experience on a large scale multidisciplinary project working with cutting edge technologies from high efficiency solar cells to new manufacturing techniques.
Since 1997, Blue Sky Solar Racing has designed and built 7 solar vehicles and entered the World Solar Challenge 4 times.
OUR MISSION
EDUCATION. Educate students to solve complex engineering problems with an exceptional level of workmanship and dedication.
INNOVATION. Strive to improve efficiency through innovative solutions in the field of solar automotive technology.
EXCELLENCE. Consistently participate at a high-level at the World Solar Challenge and proudly represent the University of Toronto and Canada on an international platform.
THE WORLD SOLAR CHALLENGE
Since 1987, university students, industry professionals and environmental enthusiasts around the globe have come together to build and race efficient solar-powered electric vehicles. Today, with the participation of more than 40 teams worldwide, the World Solar Challenge continues to raise the international prestige of competitions as the world’s largest solar electric vehicle event. The biennial race covers 3,000km through the Australian Outback from Darwin, Northern Territory, to Adelaide, South Australia.
The key to success is efficient management of power resources and power consumption as well as adaptability to weather conditions. As a result, the event showcases the development of technologies that test the boundaries of energy efficiency and provides valuable insights into the capabilities of automotive technology.
PERKS
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Race Crew Shirt
Sample of B-7 race crew shirt:
Coasters
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Solar Car Model
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a tax receipt for the donation?
Unfortunately you can't receive a tax receipt for donations made through Indiegogo. But you can donate through the UofT website to receive a tax receipt.
For instructions: http://www.blueskysolar.utoronto.ca/?page_id=814
Where does the money go?
The money will be used towards the 2015 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge race logistic costs including shipping the solar car to Australia and back.
When will I receive my selected perk?
Updates will be sent when perks are shipped out. Please contact us if you do not receive your selected perk.
More questions?
Leave them in the comment section or email: advancement.bluesky@utoronto.ca
