Japan's Eco-Housing Defeats! Solar Decathlon

It was the top story in the latest issue of Nikkei Architecture.

http://kenplatz.nikkeibp.co.jp/article/building/news/20121105/590030/
This can be thought of as the Eco-Housing World Congress held in Spain.
I think it's good.
Japan placed 15th out of 18 participating teams, and the bottom two teams were not even ready.
Given that, it could essentially be said to be the booby.
Moreover, most European countries have attempted the challenge at their own national standard level.
Japan is taking on the challenge with a special, luxurious version that is more than twice the usual size...
As with our Energy Conservation x Health Map, if we compete on a fair playing field,
This was a perfect testimony to the very low standard of housing.
It is not my responsibility, but everyone involved in housing in this country needs to be aware of this fact.
I don't think so.
It has often been said that industries such as the automobile and electrical appliance industries have been exposed to global competition.
The industry has some of the best technology in the world. On the other hand, banks and securities companies
It is also said that industries that have been protected by the convoy system are lagging far behind.
The technology of insulation in houses and buildings falls into the latter category.
The electrical appliances we use are all of the highest quality in the world, but they are also our most expensive purchases.
You have to realize that when it comes to certain homes you are being forced to buy a second or third rate product.
Nikkei Architecture is a very influential magazine. Many big names in the industry read this article.
I hope that after reading this, people will think, "This can't continue like this!"