We have a duty of care towards tackling the climate emergency and continue to commit resources and align our policies to address these issues. Sustainable procurement, innovative steel fabrication methods and carbon reporting ensure we develop new ways to reduce our carbon footprint. Year on year we achieve the BCSA Sustainability Gold Charter and support them in their fight to reduce carbon within the steel industry.
We work closely with our clients to ensure sustainability outcomes are achieved. Projects including the London School of Economics, Centre Building which were awarded a BREEAM Outstanding rating and BREEAM Public Sector Project Post Construction Award.
– Mark Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Billington Holdings Plc
Environmental Commitments
At Shafton Steel Services, sustainability is integrated into all aspects of our business. We have achieved carbon neutral status through measures such as carbon off setting and investment in carbon capture and storage technologies. We are accredited by Carbon Neutral UK and have reduced our emissions by 2% through switching to LED lighting and a further 36% by adopting green electricity. Furthermore, our initiative to implement the use of biodiesel (HVO) across all our facilities is anticipated to reduce our remaining emissions by another 35%. In addition, the Group is integrating renewable energy sources to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
Social Commitments
We place great importance on taking an active involvement in improving the communities close to our manufacturing facilities and construction sites. Joining the 5% Club reflects our commitment to education by increasing our involvement with schools and supporting charities chosen by our employees. Alignment with the goals of our customers and stakeholders ensures that our initiatives focus on employment, training, education, diversity, inclusion, health, wellbeing and the environment.
The integration of ESG objectives into all our processes is key to driving long term sustainable value for the company’s stakeholders. Aligning our business practices with environmental, social and governance principles, ensures we build a resilient and responsible company that positively impacts society while delivering innovative solutions for a better future.
Shafton Steel Services is proud to be a Carbon Neutral Business
