Environmental sustainability at home

Every home built at Hobsonville Point exceeds the building code in terms of water and energy use. It is mandatory for our builder partners to include the 'top seven' energy and water efficiency features in their designs. Together they add up to savings of around 27% compared with the average Auckland house.

1. Heat pump or solar hot water ­– saves more than half the energy used to heat water

2. Insulation levels above the building code and double glazing

3. Make sure the house faces the sun

4. Energy efficient lights

5. A tank that catches rainwater from the roof to be used in toilets, laundry and garden

6. Water efficient showers, toilets and taps

7. Fold away washing lines so that you don't have to use the dryer as much