A new zero-carbon development has launched in a Suffolk town, creating five homes, all made using different technologies.Taylor Wimpey, one of the UK's largest residential developers, announces the launch of its flagship carbon-free ready-made home in Sudbury. Five trial prototype homes combine a range of innovative low-carbon technologies as they will be 100% electric with triple glazing and an improved building structure to reduce heat loss. Zero Carbon Homes Trial Starts at 'Living' Development Site in Sudbury, Taylor Wimpey (Image: Taylor Wimpey) . Taylor Wimpey is testing a range of energy efficient and low carbon technologies, including various air source heat pumps, heat pump cylinders, electric panel heating, smart cylinders, mechanical ventilation, heat recovery (MVHR), waste water (WWHR), underfloor heating, heated skirting boards" thermaskirt', infrared radiant heating, elegant photovoltaic solar systems, innovative battery storage and electric car charging. These measures will radically reduce the carbon emissions and footprint of Sudbury homes. The development is currently in the trial phase, with sales and residences planned.

(Aleksandra Cupriaková)