We've achieved SHIFT Gold

What is SHIFT Gold? 

SHIFT Gold is a high-level, independent sustainability accreditation for the housing sector, awarded by SHIFT Environment. It recognises organisations who excel in environmental performance - including energy efficiency, sustainable working practices and green living.

How did we achieve it?

Our submission showed continued progress in many areas. We’re comparable to, or ahead of, other social housing providers in 20 out of the 22 areas assessed.  These include carbon dioxide emissions, water use, landfill waste, biodiversity and our response to climate change risks. 

We’ve seen the biggest improvement in how sustainable our offices are, demonstrating the hard work from the Facilities Team and colleagues making more sustainable choices. We’ll continue to monitor energy, water, waste and office materials through our Office Audits.

We’ve also seen measurable improvements across our supply chain, including increased use of sustainable materials and a reduction in waste. We’re looking to monitor this more closely going forward as part of our regulatory carbon reporting. 

You can find out more about the work we're doing to support our environmental performance in our Environmental Sustainability Strategy. 

Read our Environmental Sustainability Strategy 

Thank you to everyone who contributed to our SHIFT submission. The report reflects all the fantastic work going on across the business to make our homes, offices and operations more sustainable.

We’re delighted to receive the SHIFT Gold award for a 7th year in a row. This reflects our commitment to transparency and leadership in sustainability. As one of the largest housing providers in the UK, we understand the vital role we play in addressing environmental challenges, and this recognition reinforces our dedication to creating greener, more resilient communities.