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Planning, policies, and procurement

Our actions are part of the solution.

Essential Frameworks

Sustainability planning policies are essential frameworks that guide the development and implementation of practices aimed at promoting environmental, social, and economic sustainability. These policies focus on ensuring that current needs are met without compromising the ability of future generations.

We are committed to responsible procurement across our supply chain and exceeding legislation, including:

  • Making environmental considerations an integral element of all procurement decisions.
  • Engaging with our supply chain to identify and reduce the environmental impacts of our purchases through collaboration.
  • Meeting or exceeding all environmental legislation applicable to our operations.

  • Renewable Energy

    We at Redbourn know that renewable energy could have the biggest impact on the future of the planet.

    We have been in conversations with UK Power Network about upgrading our power lines to facilitate the transition to more electric power and less gas.

    Changing from a gas hob to electric will reduce our reliance on fossil fuel as we continue our transition to certified green electricity.

  • Upcycling Project

    Using upcycled pallet wood and old wood from trees that were identified as dangerous and needed to be felled, our maintenance team have created some amazing pieces:

    • A bespoke welcome sign with a flowerpot
    • Recycling bins
    • Flower beds
    • Several log benches.

  • Cling Film

    The banning of the use of clingfilm has seen the reduction of 54km of clingfilm in the past 5 years. This is the equivalent to the 1 ½ hour drive from Redbourn Golf Club to London’s Elephant and Castle tube station.

    Cling film poses several environmental concerns:

    • Single-Use Plastic: Most cling films are made from polyethylene, a type of plastic that is typically used once and then discarded. This contributes to the growing problem of single-use plastics in landfills and oceans.
    • Non-Biodegradable: Cling film does not biodegrade naturally. It can take hundreds of years to break down, leading to long-term accumulation in the environment.
    • Microplastics: As cling film breaks down, it can fragment into microplastics, which are harmful to wildlife and ecosystems. These tiny particles can enter the food chain, affecting both animals and humans.
    • Pollution: Improper disposal of cling film can contribute to litter and pollution in natural habitats, harming wildlife that may ingest or become entangled in the plastic.

  • Condiments

    Instead of having plastic sauce bottles on each table in the Food and Beverage Department, we now give out ramekins for sauce on request. This has reduced our plastic waste by an estimated 18 kilos a year.

    Taking this action means:

    • Reusability: This significantly reduces waste and the environmental impact associated with single-use items.
    • Reduced Plastic Waste: By using metal instead of plastic, we can help decrease the amount of plastic waste generated.

     

     

  • Paperless HR system

    Across BGL, we are transitioning to a paperless HR system, Access. We are excited to see the difference and help to contribute to key environmental topics:

    • Reduced Deforestation: By decreasing paper consumption, we can help reduce the demand for paper products, which in turn can lessen the pressure on forests and contribute to the preservation of biodiversity.
    • Lower Carbon Footprint: The production of paper involves significant energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, from the harvesting of trees to the manufacturing and transportation of paper products. Reducing paper usage helps lower our overall carbon footprint.
    • Decreased Water Usage: Paper production is water-intensive, requiring large amounts of water for processing wood into pulp. By minimizing paper use, we can contribute to water conservation efforts.