Totnes area eco-homeowners and renovators will once again be welcoming their neighbours into their homes to learn from their achievements.

The eco-homeowners, builders and renovators of the Totnes and Dartington area are once again throwing open their doors during Transition Town Totnes’ annual Open Eco Homes Weekend October 4-6.

The event offers a unique opportunity to see and learn from the remarkable progress some people have achieved in reducing their energy and water consumption, harnessing renewable energy sources, minimising the environmental impact of building materials, and fostering biodiversity.

The owners of 21 exceptional properties are participating in this weekend event, showcasing the very best in sustainable living and eco-friendly homes in our community.

From cutting-edge airtightness and heat pump technology to natural building techniques, visitors will get a close-up look at the latest in sustainable new construction.

With home improvement insights you can discover practical examples of how to make your existing home more energy efficient and eco-friendly.

Participants can expect to learn about insulation, heat pumps, solar PV and battery systems, and much more.

Meet eco-pioneers and passionate homeowners who have fully embraced eco-friendly solutions in their daily lives.

They will share their experiences, challenges, successes and providing valuable insights for your own journey towards sustainability.

There will be informative talks and Q&As. Delving into and demystifying the building process, the choice of materials, and the reasoning behind specific eco-friendly features.

Robin de Carteret, Open Eco Homes Coordinator, shares his inspiration for the event: "My wife and I were so inspired by previous Open Eco Homes visits that we spent four years building our own Passivhaus Plus home. Now we too are opening our doors to share what we’ve gained and learnt."

Guy Erlacher-Downing, Coordinator, Transition Town Totnes, said: “Meeting eco-builders greatly supported and influenced the decisions we made on our low-impact build. We’re very excited to now also share our own experiences and wisdom.”

Transition Town Totnes is a community-led charity that exists to strengthen the local economy, reduce our environmental impact, and build our resilience as we adapt to a changing climate.