When we talk about sustainability in construction, we’re referring to minimising the negative impacts and maximising the positive outcomes we can have as a contractor – striving to achieve a balance across the environment, economy and society while delivering our construction projects and the future operation of the building(s).
At Speller Metcalfe, this principal extends beyond the projects we deliver; as one of our core values, sustainability shapes our overall approach to how we do business. We aspire to work collaboratively with our clients, consultants, wider supply chain partners and stakeholders to realise the best potential of a building from concept through to construction – continually taking our learning forward to support the betterment of the wider industry.
Carbon reduction
As a principal contractor, we recognise that our activities have the potential to significantly impact the environment on local, regional, and global scale.
Find out more about the work we are doing to reduce carbon and reach net zero – both in our projects and as a business.
Net Zero
Working to achieve net zero doesn’t have to just be an aspiration. Speller Metcalfe is already delivering net zero projects and working to the latest building standards and methodologies that enable us to bring our clients and partners on the journey, helping you to reach your own ambitious targets while we strive to achieve ours.
Retrofit and decarbonisation
Buildings still account for over 20% of our total annual carbon emissions, and with around 80% of the building stock needed by 2050 already built, we must also focus on retrofitting and decarbonisation of existing estates and homes in order to achieve the national commitments.
Environmental sustainability
By managing the environments we build in, we can make sure that our impact is a positive one; helping to improve and protect habitats, reusing and recycling materials, minimising our construction-phase carbon and supporting the local economy – both during construction and beyond. These efforts contribute to a healthier environment and a more sustainable future.
Social value
Valuing and engaging with the communities we operate in – and the individuals who live and work in them – is intrinsic to how Speller Metcalfe does business.
We have a long-standing history of delivering sustainable social, environmental and economic benefits, in line with our company values, client aspirations and moral obligations.