New Care Home in Harpenden Set to be One of UK's Greenest

Harpenden Springs is a 75-bedroom facility designed to reach net zero carbon emissions and powered entirely by renewable electricity.

RDT Architects is proud to be working collaboratively with operator Oaklands College Care and main contractor Building Construction Partnership Ltd on Harpenden Springs and the marketing suite is now open!

Green credentials at a glance:
• 75-bed care home set to be among the UK’s most environmentally friendly, powered entirely by renewable electricity and targeting net-zero carbon.
• Designed for energy self-sufficiency, with any top-up electricity sourced from green providers.
• 125 solar panels across slanted roofs plus air-source heat pumps delivering under-floor heating.
• 12 EV charging points and gardens with a wildlife area to support biodiversity.
• Targeting a BREEAM Excellent rating, assessed across 51 criteria—from construction and materials to energy use and resident wellbeing.
• Responsibly sourced timber (FSC-certified) and utility-tracking software to monitor energy usage.
• Paper-free environment for staff operations.

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