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Instead of asking yourself ‘what can I do?’ ask yourself ‘where do I start?’ Because “sustainability” is not something you can check in the box. It’s not an item on your to-do list like ‘do my admin’. It’s a mindset. A starting place from where you think about your work and your impact on the world. Big stuff? Sure. But it doesn’t have to be. I asked myself ‘where do I start in my line of work?’ At first I thought: Oh I need to claim that I’ll ONLY work on sustainable projects. Pfff just doesn’t match right now. Instead I started offering my work skills to a local environmental NGO. On Mangrove restoration for example. See picture below. 👉 ‘Where do you start?’

🌍 Honoured to represent Amey and the Veteran community at today’s RCT Climate Conversation Event! 🌱 Engaging discussions on climate change, sustainability, and our shared responsibility to transition to a net-zero economy in Wales. Thrilled to share Amey’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving Net Zero by 2040. Our focus on innovative, sustainable projects is at the forefront of delivering positive impact. But the journey doesn’t end here! Let’s turn these discussions into actionable steps. Here are a few ways we can contribute: 1️⃣ Community Involvement: Let’s actively involve local communities in project planning. Your insights matter, and together, we can create projects that truly address community needs. 2️⃣ Education and Awareness: Knowledge is a powerful catalyst for change. Let’s strive to educate and raise awareness about sustainable practices, encouraging everyone to play a part in building a greener future. 3️⃣ Partnerships: Collaboration is key. Let’s foster strong partnerships with local authorities, businesses, and communities. Together, we can amplify our impact and drive meaningful change. 4️⃣ Innovation Hub: Establishing an innovation hub can be a hub for creative, sustainable solutions. Share your ideas and let’s collectively innovate for a better, more sustainable tomorrow. Your thoughts and suggestions matter—let’s continue this dialogue for actionable, positive change! 💚🌐 #Amey #Sustainability #ClimateAction #esg #itvnews #bbcnews #s4c #NetZero #CommunityEngagement #InnovationForChange #GreenInitiatives #EnvironmentalLeadership #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateResponsibility #CommunityPartnerships #RailIndustry #HighwaysInnovation #MODHousing #PrisonSustainability #SchoolsEnvironmentalInitiatives #ConsultingExcellence #VeteranSupportInBusiness Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council RHONDDA HOUSING ASSOCIATION LIMITED Trivallis Cynon Taf Community Housing Group Newydd Housing Association Cadwyn Housing Association Caredig Valleys to Coast Hafod Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association Taff Housing Cardiff Community Housing Association Pobl Group Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Paula Massey Ellen Petts FRSA

In what ways does collaboration contribute to Building a Community and Expanding Your Business? Watch. Listen. Learn. #community #relequity #development #construction #sustainability #funding

Small changes can make a big impact. This #Earthday, check out these seven practical steps to help transform your HOA into an eco-friendly haven. #communityassociation #HOAboard #HOAinsurance https://bit.ly/3wX0rnW

Thinking of getting Chartered with CIWEM? Find out more at the latest CIWEM (The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) Chartership blog below.

It's vital to address waste and careless spending to effectively tackle the housing crisis. Building 660k modular houses without land, at a cost of 1 million per house, is not sustainable. Innovative solutions like constructing retirement homes with tax incentives to encourage downsizing and open up housing options are needed. Implementing GST exemptions on house building can boost competitiveness and prioritize quality homes over quick fixes, ensuring lasting benefits for the community. Engaging youth in building projects through school and community programs can reduce costs and offer valuable skills training. Let's work towards cost-effective, sustainable solutions to tackle housing challenges and strengthen communities together.

Osprey Housing accredited as a Carbon Literate Organisation Osprey Housing has been successfully awarded silver accreditation with the Carbon Literacy Organisation as a demonstration of commitment to being a sustainable and socially responsible organisation. Read more: https://lnkd.in/egAbkwzv #aberdeenbusinessnews #osprey #businessnews

We had an insightful morning presenting in front of the Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA) new communities group! Fantastic to hear from our fellow speakers. Prompted by chair Catriona Riddell, we have plans and will be convening a group of interested parties to lobby the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government New Towns Task Force to include social sustainability in their considerations of choice, planning, development and management of new settlements. Contact us if you would like to take part! Below are our abridged slides. 📑 Crucially, in more than decade of work we learned that: • social sustainability is a valuable tool for thinking differently about place • it is not fully covered by other frameworks and poorly defined in the NPPF and other planning guidance • it is capable of being understood, quantified & actioned 🏙 In thinking about our new generation of new towns and town extensions we need to pay attention to: • safeguarding the social and environmental assets of local areas • meeting the needs of residents in different circumstances  • raising our collective game to make better decisions about the balance between social, environmental and economic trade-offs Contact Nicola Bacon or Simeon Shtebunaev if you would like to learn more and hear about the detailed case studies we have.

Sometimes, when you're in the thick of implementing a project, you need to take a beat and reflect on what has been accomplished. In our Project STAR Year 2 review, we share some of our most significant accomplishments. Swipe right to see, and visit our website to download 'Project STAR Year 2 in Review'. https://lnkd.in/eS5KhqtE . ✅ 1. Increased access to economic opportunities for 891 residents, with 18% being at-risk youth. ✅ 2. 575 resident entrepreneurs and local businesses benefited from business development support. ✅ 3. 693 residents, 41% of which are parents and children, have benefited from ongoing psycho-social support. ✅ 4. Led by 1526 community members, 4 Community Transformation Action Plans (CTAPs) have been drafted and are ready for implementation. ✅ 5. 59% increase in stakeholder collaboration and partnership resulting in broader participation. ✅ 6. Learnings have been applied to refine and improve the STAR community entry process and the STAR community transformation planning process. #ProjectSTARJA #everybodyfahwud #ForABetterJamaica

I recently connected with the lovely James Hunt from Wavin's Urban Climate Resilience team. They're on a mission to make cities more climate-resilient while reducing their environmental impact. Wavin specializes in 'smart' rain / stormwater management solutions, working closely with urban planning decision-makers. Their unique approach involves advising during the masterplanning / strategy phase, emphasising collaboration with biodiverse habitats, social amenities, and more. As a 'one-stop shop' partner, Wavin has delivery partners for seamless supply and installation of solutions, including rain gardens, blue-green roofs / podiums, and attenuation crates made with recycled plastics. Did you know: - Urban trees can help cool the air by up to 8 degrees celsius - 30% of drinking water is lost because of leaking pipes - 30% of non-potable water needs could come from harvested rainwater - 50% of energy consumption comes from heating and cooling of buildings James is on the lookout for new connections in the buildings and infrastructure industry, especially councils, asset owners, and developers. They're also keen on partnering with architects, landscape architects, and urban designers for collaborative projects. Let's build a more resilient and sustainable future - together! 🌍💡 Get in touch with James to find out more. https://lnkd.in/gG-suZaq #UrbanClimateResilience #CollaborationOpportunity #Sustainability #WavinInnovation