The UK government shares plans for what is described as the country’s first net-zero “smart prison.” This facility will be built at HMP Full Sutton.
This modern prison design is evolving to combine sustainability, advanced technology, and rehabilitation within a single facility. The intention is to use digital infrastructure and low-carbon construction methods while supporting a more modern approach to prisoner management.
The prison’s key features, including energy-efficient design, renewable technologies, digital systems, and in-cell technology intended to support education and communication.
The project is within the government’s broader efforts to modernise the prison estate, improve operational efficiency, and reduce the environmental impact of public infrastructure projects. A central theme is the intersection of technology and rehabilitation.
