WE are immensely proud to finally be able to announce our plans to build 16 completely net-zero carbon-emitting homes on a single development in Cumbria.
After endless hours of research and work behind the scenes, we are relieved to share the news that our upcoming Pennine View development in the village of Calthwaite will be constructed with saving the planet at the forefront of our minds.
All 16 houses will be fully powered by renewable sources and smart technology as part of our innovative EcoGen project.
The project is part of our ongoing commitment to significantly reduce household emissions, with 40 per cent of UK carbon emissions attributed to households.
We have chosen to do this because we want to be the best we possibly can in our practices and this development underlines our serious commitment to tackling the climate crisis.
By doing so, we are leading the way in the sustainable house building sector because we feel passionate about reducing our impact on the environment, and we are encouraging our customers to join us on this journey.
This is just the starting point in our commitment to sustainable living, though, and we are excited to see how this pioneering project will shape our long-term business plan.
By introducing the greener homes, more than 850 tonnes of carbon emissions will be saved over a 10-year period, compared to a traditional ‘grid and gas’ development of the same size.
Every net zero emitting home will have…
- Solar photovoltaic panels on the roof that will obtain energy from daylight to power the home;
- A solar assisted heat pump, powered by a thermodynamic panel, which provides hot water storage for the dwelling;
- A small, powerful battery unit that will be charged predominantly from the electricity grid, using 100% green tariff energy, during off peak, low cost hours;
- Infrared heating panels which convert electricity into radiant heating will be installed in each room;
- Electric vehicle charging points will be installed to encourage home buyers to switch to more environmentally friendly modes of transport;
- A smart home system managed through an integrated app which allows the management of all parts of the house technology, from managing the multiple thermostats, to battery and energy usage, and scheduling of vehicle charging.
The EcoGen project complements the Genesis Homes ethos as, since the business was formed in 2017, we have always used energy efficient features in all our homes. All our properties are already built to very strong building standards for thermal efficiency and air tightness.
Among the many green features of the existing homes are energy efficient LED lighting, smart energy meters, dual flush toilets, water saving shower heads, A-rated boilers and appliances.
The sustainable homes in Calthwaite are now on the market with construction under way, with the first home expected to be completed in the summer.
To find out more about the development or to register an interest, visit www.genesis-homes.co.uk/ecogen or contact our sales team at EcoGen Homes on 07491 782612 or email [email protected].
HAVE YOU ENTERED OUR COMPETITION YET?
To coincide with the launch of EcoGen Homes, we are running a competition where one lucky person will win £630 worth of smart tech gadgets for the home. The package includes an Amazon Echo Show 8, Amazon Echo Dot, Amazon Echo Dot Kids, Amazon Echo Flex, two Amazon Smart Plugs, a Ring doorbell, Philips Hue Go Light and Philips Hue Starter Kit 2 Bulb Pack.
Details of how to enter can be found on all our social media channels.