Canary Wharf Group Publishes Latest Sustainability Report 2015

26 September 2016
Type: News
Canary Wharf Group Publishes Latest Sustainability Report 2015

Canary Wharf Group Publishes Latest Sustainability Report 2015

26 September 2016
Type: News

Canary Wharf Group recently published their latest Sustainability Report which provides a snapshot of their activities and commitments in four key areas: Making Great Places; Pioneering Innovation; Promoting Inclusive Growth; Optimising Our Performance.

Some of the highlights from this year's report include:

  • 43% of Group spending was on local companies
  • £2.87m total investment in community engagement projects and programmes
  • Canary Wharf Group achieves GRESB 5 Green Star Rating, the highest possible
  • Zero waste to landfill across CWML-managed areas for sixth consecutive year
  • 100% of CWG Electricity (74.8 million kwh) from renewable sources
  • 8.5% reduction in emissions over last 3 years
  • Four Projects achieved FSC ® Full Project Certification
  • First project ever to be awarded Considerate Constructors ULTRASITE Status

Sir George Iacobescu CBE, Chief Executive and Chairman of Canary Wharf Group, said:

"Our purpose is to create inspiring, resilient places that have a positive impact. We want the spaces we create to be home to vibrant, diverse and thriving mixed-use communities, places in which to live and relax as well as work. We aim to create landmarks that express the values upon which our business is built, hoping to be recognised as leaders in the community and in our industry."

The full report can be downloaded from their website here: Canary Wharf Group Annual Sustainability Report 2015.pdf