SAPLING DONATION ENCOURAGES ASHFORD SCHOOLCHILDREN TO THINK SUSTAINABLY

Barratt Homes is once again encouraging children in Ashford to think about taking a more sustainable approach to Christmas this year. The housebuilder is building new homes at its Chilmington Green development in Ashford and has donated 120 replantable Christmas tree saplings to pupils at Beaver Green Primary School.

The campaign is set to highlight Barratt Homes’ own approach to sustainability, having committed to becoming the first housebuilder to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, and to building net zero carbon homes by 2030, with the housebuilder committing to purchasing 100% of its operational energy from renewable sources.

Pupils will be able to take home their sapling trees to be enjoyed for many festive seasons to come and will serve as a reusable alternative to single use cut or plastic trees. The campaign serves as a timely encouragement for children and families to think about how everyone can take small steps towards protecting the environment, and reduce waste during the gift-giving season.

Emma Cherry, a teacher at Beaver Green Primary School said: “We must strive towards a more sustainable lifestyle, and we welcome this donation from Barratt Kent to help our children do their bit to become greener. It’s a very festive take on sustainability, as we look forward to seeing the children’s trees grow!”

Natalie Perry, Sales and Marketing Director for Barratt Kent, commented: “Taking a more sustainable approach as we build new homes remains our top priority and it is something we are acting on now. This is the second year we have run this festive campaign at schools near our developments and it serves as a reminder to make more environmentally considerate options. The campaign aligns with our own sustainability targets, including a29% reduction of carbon emissions by 2025. We hope the childrenand their families enjoy planting and caring for their trees.”

Barratt Kent is building its Chilmington Green development in Ashford, a few miles from Beaver Green Primary School. Once complete, the development will feature a wealth of green space, including ponds and hedgehog highways. Current availability includes a selection of three and four-bedroom homes, with prices starting from £334,995.