The UK's first zero-carbon social homes have been finished in east Manchester. Residents have moved into two new green homes in Beswick with triple glazed windows and no gas.
The housing development - between housing provider One Manchester and the council - is part of the target to become a zero-carbon city by 2038. READ MORE:Over 150 homes in Manchester to get a green overhaul The two eco-homes will also have a heat pump which provides hot water and a ventilation heat system installed.
Once fully finished, there will 22 two and three bed homes for social rent in Blackrock Street. Meanwhile, a £3million project is underway to ensure more energy efficient homes, a reduction in households’ energy bills and lower carbon emissions.
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