At Altoria Homes, we’re committed to building more than just luxury bungalows; we’re creating homes that prioritise sustainability and make a positive impact on the local environment. That’s why we’re delighted to announce our new partnership with Green Acres, a Northumberland-based carbon offsetting initiative founded by local entrepreneur and farmer, Michael Dungait. Through this collaboration, Altoria Homes is taking our commitment to sustainable development even further, combining high-end living with a dedication to green practices.
Our latest project in West Thirston near Felton exemplifies this approach, with each home carefully crafted to be as energy-efficient as possible. The bungalows feature state-of-the-art energy systems such as electric vehicle chargers, underfloor heating, and air source heat pumps—all elements that reflect our dedication to eco-friendly living. Yet, for us, sustainability goes beyond efficient technology; it’s about giving back to the land we build on. This is where Green Acres comes in.
Green Acres is reshaping the way local businesses like ours can reduce their carbon footprint. Unlike large-scale international carbon-offsetting programmes, Green Acres focuses on localised solutions, such as planting trees and hedgerows, nurturing bee habitats, and managing grasslands right here in Northumberland. Since starting our collaboration, we’ve already planted 150 trees, offsetting the carbon produced during construction. This tangible, local action ensures that each Altoria home leaves a positive environmental legacy in the community it’s part of.
“Building homes that not only meet the highest standards of luxury but also contribute positively to the environment has always been at the core of what we do,” says Alan Fleming, Co-Founder of Altoria Homes. “Our partnership with Green Acres allows us to take that commitment even further, ensuring that our developments have a lasting, positive impact on the local environment.”
Michael Dungait from Green Acres added, “We help businesses like Altoria Homes meet their sustainability commitments through transparent, local actions. Our audit, along with the tree planting and nature management we carry out, helps companies like Alan and Vicky’s demonstrate their genuine commitment to sustainability, benefiting their clients, the community, and the environment alike.”
Victoria Fleming, Co-Founder of Altoria Homes, also shared her enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, “We’ve always made conscious decisions to be sustainable. Working with Green Acres is an exciting next step for us. We’ve seen the metrics on exactly how much carbon we’re offsetting through their programmes, and it’s a great model for how builders can take real action for the environment.”
Through this partnership, we’re proud to show that sustainable practices and luxury living go hand in hand. By combining energy-efficient technology with local carbon-offsetting efforts, Altoria Homes and Green Acres are setting a new standard for environmentally responsible construction, proving that future-proofing our homes also means protecting the environment for generations to come.
At Altoria Homes, we’re passionate about providing lifelong homes that don’t just enhance your lifestyle but also respect the world around us. Get in touch today to learn more about our eco-friendly developments.
