A group of Suffolk schoolchildren have become some of the first people to see a new development of eco homes in the area.

Featuring energy-saving natural insulation and heat sources, the £4.5 million green homes project is a joint initiative between Suffolk Preservation Society and Orwell Housing Association.

Lindsey Bilston, a teacher at Elmswell primary school, told Bury Free Press that the group got to see builders digging a hole for a woodchip boiler that will be used to heat the 26 homes.

"The children really enjoyed it - it's improved their understanding of what can be done in this country to make homes more environmentally friendly," she said.

Among the planet-friendly materials used for insulation in the properties are hemp and lime spray, which are intended to reduce the need for gas-guzzling heating devices.

Experts in the field of home improvements recently emphasised that features such as insulation, double glazing and replacement windows not only save energy but "add thousands" to the value of a property.

Safestyle UK are one of the few double glazing companies in the UK to supply Energy Efficiency certified products as standard. Visit the Safestyle site to find out how Safestyle products are helping save the environment and your pocket!

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Author:  Joanne McCabe

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