We have a reputation and track record of delivering superior risk adjusted returns to investors.
This cannot be achieved without consideration of environmental and social risks and the operation of robust governance and procedures to ensure responsible management.
Our ESG commitments relating to real estate activities cover the following:
NB: Full details of our ESG initiatives are available on request
Recycling
Recycling facilities are available in all multi-let managed buildings, and recycling of waste wherever possible is a requirement in all construction and development projects.
Travel
Unnecessary travel is discouraged with SSC staff, agents and consultants. Virtual meetings and conferences are encouraged where appropriate.
Supply Chain Relationships
SSC adopt a careful selection process for supply chain relationships, ensuring (wherever possible), that all partners and suppliers have “green” credentials and are environmentally responsible.
Bio-Diversity
Where landscaping and planting opportunities are available on sites, plants, trees and wildflowers are included to encourage insect and birdlife. All plants and trees are responsibly sourced from nurseries. Bird and bat boxes are installed where possible to increase nesting opportunities.
EV Charging
EV charging points are installed in all major refurbishments (where appropriate).
Energy Supplier
Where Landlord electricity supplies are required on site, “green” utility suppliers with renewable power priorities are given preference.
The viability of alternate low carbon energy generation, such as bio-fuel CHP generators, are being investigated.
EPCs
A full portfolio review of the EPC status of each premises is undertaken on a quarterly basis.
At individual lease events and refurbishment opportunities, action is taken to undertake works to improve EPC ratings and ensure compliance with current regulations and future proof to achieve a C rating by 2027 and B rating by 2030.
Off-Site Construction
Where projects allow, the use of modular and off-site construction is utilised to benefit from the efficiencies and environmental advantages associated with this.
Sustainable Design
All design opportunities are taken to eliminate negative environmental impacts, to take advantage of renewable resources, green technologies and innovation and to improve the buildings performance.
New Build/ Refurbishments
Installation of the following are considered in all refurbishment and new build projects:
- PIR light sensors
- Smart meters
- PV panels
- EV charging points
- Additional insulation (roof and walls)
- De-stratification fans
- Electricity usage monitors
- Air source heat pumps
- LED lighting
- Photoelectric daylight dimming sensors
- Lighting and HVAC sub-meters
- Energy efficient technologies
- Sustainable materials
Social
- Involvement with charitable activities
- Engagement with the local community
- Health & wellbeing of staff, tenants, and the community
- Flexible working, and working from home policies
- Ethical and responsible tenant base, reviewed and monitored through a tenant audit process
- Securing good working relationship with tenants
- Good communications with staff, stakeholders, agents and tenants
- Regional art commissions
Governance
SSC has core principles which underpin our responsible asset management practice. We seek to be good stewards of our clients' assets and believe our considered approach helps make us better service providers.
Ethical Behaviour
SSC’s board adopts ethical choices at every opportunity. Honesty and integrity are core to every business strategy adopted.
Accountability and Corporate Governance
A framework has been put in place to ensure that SSC operates in compliance with all legal and regulatory obligations. Internal controls and a risk management framework (for both financial and non-financial risks) are in place to ensure the management operates within agreed parameters.
Diversity
SSC recognises that people are its greatest asset and places great focus on providing an inclusive work environment to attract and retain employees from a diverse range of background and perspectives, with a diverse range of skills, experience and abilities.