According to a new report, Hampshire residents are making more effort towards a greener future, than people in surrounding counties.
Leading housebuilder, Barratt Homes, conducted a report of more than 1,000 homeowners aged 25-55 across the region. Its findings reveal that 70 per cent of residents in Hampshire are doing the best they can to protect the environment and proactively making decisions to reduce their carbon footprint. This compares to 60% of Dorset residents and 65% who live on the Isle of Wight.
Homeowners in Hampshire are making sure they regularly recycle (64%) and 63% are cautiously reducing their plastic consumption. They are also adopting more sustainable shopping habits, with 65% saying they are more mindful when it comes to their purchasing choices. Almost half of respondents are turning away from fast fashion and are opting for thrifting and the buying of only staple pieces for their wardrobes instead.
Sustainability is a top priority for Barratt Homes. All their homes are designed to be up to 58% more energy efficient, thanks to good levels of insulation, quality construction and high-efficiency heating systems, and Barratt is committed to ensuring all its new house types are zero carbon in use from 2030.
Barrett’s new homes also include the latest water and energy saving appliances, with kitchen and bathroom fittings estimated to reduce consumption by up to 26% per person, per day, compared to the national average.
Barratt believe that education is the key when looking towards a greener future. That’s why they provide all of their buyers with helpful information about how to make the most of the appliances they provide and offer further advice on how they could live a more sustainable lifestyle.
Barratt Homes is building energy-efficient homes across Hampshire, including at Harbour Place in Bedhampton, Saxon Corner in Emsworth and Pebble Walk on Hayling Island.