The latest tranche of West Lothian Council homes promise to improve energy efficiency and help occupiers reduce their carbon footprint.Twenty homes have been constructed by Bellway Homes at their Silverwood development in the Eliburn area of Livingston.And some of the energy saving measures in the news homes include washing machines points installed to ensure cold water fill only for washing machines and energy efficient fans in the kitchen and bathroom.Incorporated into the roof profiles are photovoltaic (PV) panels.These panels convert solar energy directly into electricity, helping to considerably reduce electricity costs.One in every six residential units with off-street parking will have an electric vehicle charging point (7kw) located
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