Here at R&M Property Group Ltd 🐝 we have been busy building relationships with existing clients and new, by designing and delivering zero carbon family homes utilizing MMC where possible’. Building smart, low carbon homes is more than just a trend; it's a sustainable solution for a greener future. Incorporating energy-efficient design principles, renewable energy systems and advanced technologies like heat pumps that will help to reduce environmental impact at home, save on energy costs and create healthier living environments for wider society. The challenge of combatting climate change continues to grow, which is why building smart, low carbon homes is an essential part of creating a more sustainable future. Here are some ways R&M Property Group Ltd 🐝 have been reducing embodied carbon in our new builds: * Use low-carbon materials Bio-based materials can reduce embodied emissions because they remove carbon from the atmosphere as they grow. * Reuse materials Reusing materials can save up to 95% of the embodied carbon emissions of buying new materials. * Use carbon sequestering materials Materials like wood, straw, and hemp can reduce embodied carbon levels because they capture and store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. * Use fewer finishings Use structural materials as finishes, such as polished concrete slabs for flooring. * Use high-recycled content materials Materials with higher recycled content reduce the embodied energy of buildings. * Explore alternative insulation types Organic materials like cellulose and hempcrete have a negative embodied carbon figure, while mineral wool insulation emits around 5 tonnes of CO2e/m2. * Establish a baseline Understand the scope of emissions to establish reduction targets and a pathway to net-zero. Other ways to reduce embodied carbon include: Considering renovation over new construction, Designing for structural efficiency, Using low-GWP insulation, Looking for low or zero-emissions equipment, and Emphasizing waste reduction. Reducing embodied carbon is important because it's a step towards global emissions reduction targets, and it can reduce costs and risk around resource availability! We look forward to continuing our positive relationships into next year, by Building Family Homes Faster, Smarter, Safer in 2025. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year everyone. Jon Scurr Thomas McKenna
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3moVery clear and consist footage showing extremely well maintained sites compared to some I’ve seen which leave a lot to be desired ! Well done R&M .. 👏