Energy and Water

Our buildings and infrastructure are designed to both energy and water efficient. This includes the specification of appropriate fittings and fixtures as well as the provision of guidance to residents on reducing consumption. The optimised energy needs in our communities are met from low and zero carbon renewable sources located both on-site and off-site. We put in measures to manage rain, grey and waste water in a sustainable manner.

Food and resources

BioRegional Quintain supports the creation of local and ethical supply chains to facilitate procuring sustainable food and resources. Sourcing locally can greatly reduce negative transport impacts and provide positive benefits to local economies. Our communities are designed to include opportunities to grow food on-site as well as link to local farms and food box schemes. Construction materials are sourced to utilise reclaimed and recycled resources, and waste is reduced during occupancy through mechanisms to support recycling and composting.

Mobility

BioRegional Quintain’s approach to sustainable mobility includes reducing the need to travel through seeking to create mixed communities which offer homes, offices, leisure and community facilities. Additionally we promote alternatives to private car use including public transport, cycling – through the provision of secure and sheltered cycle storage and car clubs.

Culture, Community and Wellbeing

Our approach to development includes a long-term vision for culturally rich communities, where sense of place and identity are engendered to contribute towards future heritage.

BioRegional Quintain aims to make it easy for residents to lead sustainable lifestyles. Each community is supported with an extranet system that enables residents to have access to information about their home and their local area. To support ongoing sustainable living, BioRegional Quintain set-up community governance organisations and apply our sustainability principles to estate management solutions.

¹ One Planet Living is a joint initiative of WWF and BioRegional with the aim of promoting a world in which people everywhere can lead happy, healthy lives within their fair share of the Earth’s resources. For more information visit www.oneplanetliving.com.
² Zero Carbon, Zero Waste, Sustainable Transport, Local and Sustainable Materials, Local and Sustainable Food, Sustainable Water, Natural Habitats and Wildlife, Culture and Heritage, Equity and Fair Trade, Health and Happiness.