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Affordable straw homes have been put on sale in Bristol this week, after component straw panels designed by engineers at the University of Bath received a vital certification of quality.

Seven townhouses built by developers Connolly and Callaghan using the straw panels - comprised of compressed straw inside timber frames - were put on the market.

The panels have been developed by the University of Bath in conjuction with products manufacture Modcell, and the panels have been awarded the Q Mark industry certification of quality, which is recognised by insurers and warranty providers.

To receive certification the straw panels were tested for energy efficiency, fire safety, durability and weather-resilience, including exposing the panels to heavy rain and extreme temperatures ranging from -20^oc to 50^oc.

The backers claim the straw homes will cut fuel bills by up to 90% compared to an equivalent brick-built house.