We want customers and colleagues to think about how we can all reduce our impact on the planet and help us reach our policy objectives. We will work openly and collaboratively with our partners, customers and key stakeholders to help reduce the impact of our organisation and housing stock.

  • Work towards Carbon Neutrality and  Net-Zero Carbon Emissions: Align with Welsh Government targets for net-zero carbon emissions, focusing on our operational and embodied carbon footprint and our corporate plan 2021-2031
  • Work towards the  WHQS 2023  by delivering energy performance improvements to a minimum EPC C (SAP 75) or above by 2030 and developing Target Energy Pathways   
  • Increase Renewable Energy Use: Explore and adopt renewable energy sources for our properties.
  • Minimise Waste and Promote Circular Economy Principles: Reduce waste generation, maximise recycling, and support the reuse of materials.
  • Enhance Biodiversity: Protect and enhance natural habitats on our land and within our communities.
  • Sustainable Procurement: Prioritise environmentally responsible products, services, and suppliers.
  • Climate Resilience: Assess and mitigate climate-related risks to our assets and communities.
  • Customer and Community Engagement: Educate and empower customers and communities to adopt sustainable practices.
  • Compliance and Best Practice: Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental legislation and continuously strive for best practice.
Our Sustainability Plan 2025-2030

  • Reduce the carbon footprint of our operation
  • Develop a culture where sustainability is part of all decision making
  • We’re aiming for Green Dragon Level 3
  • Understand the opportunities of our estate to maximise their environmental, social and economic benefit
  • Reduce our waste and work towards a circular economy
  • Regularly measure improvements and communicate our achievements annually
  • Create a plan to decarbonise our homes
  • Identify and secure investment to help us reduce our environmental impact
  • Investigate the possibilities of offsetting
  • Customer and colleague engagement will underpin our sustainability activities
  • Work with our suppliers to reduce the impact of our supply chain
  • Work towards the Well-being of Future Generations Act

Find out more about the following areas, and the actions we could take:

Watch our video on decarbonisation (Link opens in new window)

Stopping carbon dioxide emissions going to the atmosphere by phasing out fossil fuels (e.g. coal, oil, petrol).

Watch our video on resource efficiency (zero waste) (Link opens in new window)

Not producing any waste, meaning that everything is either reused, recycled or donated.

Watch our video on biodiversity (Link opens in new window)

Biodiversity refers to all living things and how they affect and interact with each other and the action we need to take to reverse the crisis in nature.

Watch our video on climate change adaptation (Link opens in new window)

Altering our behaviour, systems and ways of living to prepare for and adjust to the current effects of climate change and its predicted future impacts.

Easy read strategy (Link opens in new window)

People with a learning disability have a right to information they can understand so they can make informed choices, speak up, and take part in their communities. We know there’s a lot of technical language when we talk about climate change, so we’ve produced an easy read, jargon-free version of the strategy to make sure that as many people as possible can join our #GoGreen movement.

Read it now

Sustainability News

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    As part of our Annual General Meeting this month, we published our 2024/25 Financial Statements. The headline is simple: we’re in a strong financial position, meaning we can keep investing in better homes and services, building a better Bridgend. Here are the top takeaways: What did we spend money on in 2024/25?  This strong position…

  • Project Update: Electrifying Our Homes

    Thank you to those of you who attended last month’s Open House event where we spoke to you about our ongoing efforts to transition 31 of our homes from gas to electric, as part of our larger commitment to decarbonisation, sustainability, and energy efficiency. We had eight families attend over the two days—slightly fewer than…

  • Handing Over Homes in Porthcawl

    We’ve recently celebrated handing over the keys to your beautiful new homes in Porthcawl.  This new 20-property development on Old Station Road, Ty’r Orsaf, consists of 17 one-bedroom and 3 two-bedroom accommodations.  This block of 20 flats has been thoughtfully designed with accessible homes on for those over 55 on the ground floor and a…