WASTE Our objective is to reach zero waste to landfill by 2030 . To achieve this, we have focused on three key areas: 1. Elimination of potential sources of waste in the design and specification of our schemes by utilising offsite manufacturing such as precast concrete elements and bathroom pods. 2. Initiatives to reduce waste generation at source and identify optimum management routes for waste streams such as working with suppliers to reduce packaging on materials and goods, as well as waste take-back schemes. 3. Supporting the circular economy through segregation of individual waste streams and recovery of high value materials such as wooden pallets and plasterboard (gypsum). As a result of these initiatives, we have achieved 97% diversion from landfill. WATER All current Dandara Living project design specifications are performing ahead of the Buildings Regulations part G minimum standard of 125 litres per person per day (lppd), to deliver a 16% improvement on part G at 105 lppd.
Integrating ESG within the Dandara Living Management
strategy enhances long-term value by improving energy efficiency, attracting socially conscious tenants, reducing regulatory risks, and contributing to sustainable community development. Our onsite teams work closely with our ESG team colleagues from building mobilisation through to longer-term initiatives that support the wellbeing of our residents and local community organisations.
Sam Smith, Director of Operations
GRANARY QUAY All homes at our Granary Quay development in Glasgow have achieved a EPC ‘B’ rating reflecting high levels of energy efficiency. Photovoltaics have been installed to provide fossil fuel free energy to a small number of apartments, and over the course of 2025 the ESG and onsite management teams will promote the energy reduction opportunities residents can benefit from though small lifestyle changes. Our experience shows that by providing residents with clear energy usage and cost benefit insights they are more likely to adopt energy-saving habits; and their commitment to sustainable living is reinforced and strengthened.
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