Z House: University of Salford's concept home showcases zero carbon living
A zero carbon home that showcases the future of the sustainable living has been built on the University of Salford's main campus.
The university said the Z House, which has been built by a major developer, goes substantially beyond the government's Future Homes Standard, external.
It has been part-funded by government and developed by more 40 organisations from across the building, sustainability and technology sectors.
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