Trent Basin
The original proving ground. 120+ homes, Europe’s largest community energy battery, solar PV, smart home technology and innovative community engagement – all under one pioneering energy model.
A Catalyst for Nottingham Waterside Regeneration
Blueprint’s Trent Basin development represented a pivotal early phase in the regeneration of Nottingham Waterside, helping to unlock one of the city’s most significant yet underutilised assets. Located along the River Trent, the scheme formed part of a wider vision to transform the corridor stretching from Trent Bridge to Colwick Park into a thriving residential and commercial destination.
The project delivered a new neighbourhood of approximately 500 contemporary, energy-efficient homes. Designed around principles of sustainability, innovation and placemaking, the development established a strong identity while creating an attractive and well-connected community.

Project highlights
500 Low Energy Homes
Partner Collaboration
Community Energy Solutions
Scalable approach
- Delivered approximately 500 high-quality, low-energy homes.
- Formed a key phase in the wider regeneration of Nottingham Waterside.
- Created a distinctive waterfront neighbourhood with a strong sense of place.
- Offered excellent connectivity to Nottingham city centre, employment hubs and public transport.
- Incorporated innovative community energy solutions through the Project SCENe initiative.
- Brought together developers, energy providers, researchers and residents to explore new sustainable living models.
- Generated valuable insights and frameworks for future large-scale residential developments.
Sustainability and Innovation
- Supported by funding from Innovate UK and the Energy Research Accelerator (ERA).
- Trialled new community energy models with prospective homeowners.
- Utilised innovative consumer engagement and business model development tools.
- Demonstrated scalable approaches to low-carbon neighbourhood design.
- Contributed to the advancement of sustainable housing and resilient community infrastructure.



