This year we have further refined our approach to sustainability and key priorities, ensuring these are fully embedded within our corporate strategy. 

Our focus has been on developing our net zero carbon pathway, which we have now published. We will start implementing the initial actions from the pathway over the coming year. 

Highlights of the year

Environmental focus

• Developed and published net zero carbon pathway
• Improved portfolio EPC ratings
• Removed gas supplies from three assets
• Increased the number of green leases completed
• Introduced further biodiversity measures
• Reduced Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions compared to 2019 baseline
• Undertook two energy efficiency audits at office assets

Stakeholder engagement

• Commenced the roll out of sustainability workshops with our largest occupiers
• Introduced new occupier amenities and improved communication methods
• Introduced new supplier clauses and a due diligence questionnaire to address modern slavery risks
• Helped develop the BBP Responsible Property Management Toolkit
• Carried out annual employee engagement survey

Governance

• Became a signatory to the Better Buildings Partnership Climate Commitment
• Completed assessment of climate-related risks to the business
• Reported in line with Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures
• Maintained EPRA Gold awards for both Annual Report and Sustainability Report
• Published sustainability policy
• Implemented assurance over published sustainability data

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