Sustainability Impact
We believe that by integrating priority objectives within our day-to-day operations, we can demonstrate our commitment to addressing some of the world’s most pressing global challenges.
Environmental Impact
Purpose Social Homes is committed to raising the quality bar of Specialised Supported Housing whilst minimising the negative impact on the environment. We are dedicated to prioritising sustainability and driving energy efficiency initiatives for the benefit of both our residents and society at large.
We believe that investing in renewable energy and reducing our carbon footprint is not only a responsibility but rather presents a tremendous opportunity for growth and innovation.
By working closely with renowned industry experts who offer the entire spectrum of sustainability and energy efficiency consultancy services we expedite our journey towards a cleaner and greener environment whilst simultaneously positioning ourselves as a sustainability frontrunner in the Specialised Supported Housing sector.
Sustainable Transportation
One of the most impactful ways Purpose Social Homes can reduce its carbon footprint in operations is by embracing Electric Vehicles for business travel. Using EVs has significantly reduced our carbon footprint and charging EVs with renewable energy resources further enhances our sustainability and demonstrates our commitment to Net Zero.
Our recent report on Fossil vs. Electric Mileage shows that we have increased our Electric travel from 80% in 2022 to 96% in 2023-2024.
Transitioning to electric vehicles is not just about reducing emissions, it’s about leading the change towards a sustainable future. By incorporating EVs into our business corporate plans, we are not just meeting our sustainability goals but also driving the change we want to see in the world.
With no central office in place, we have embraced the sustainability advantages of working from home and conducting the majority of our stakeholders’ meetings virtually.
Sustainable Buildings
We provide energy-efficient Specialised Supported Housing which is equipped with intelligent electronic control systems such as PV, electric heating and air source heat pumps (ASHPs) that allow residents to optimise their energy consumption and therefore costs.
Sustainable design in property development creates buildings and spaces that reduce environmental impact while enhancing resource efficiency and occupant well-being.
By incorporating external green spaces, we contribute to urban greening efforts, improve local biodiversity and create more sustainable and liveable environments.
Social Impact
Our approach encompasses a deep-rooted commitment to making a positive social impact in all aspects of our work. This entails establishing goals aimed at fostering positive transformations in the lives of vulnerable people, as well as empowering our team to serve as catalysts for positive change.
Our primary focus is on diminishing disparities amongst disabled individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviours, thereby contributing to the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goal for Reducing Inequality in the UK.
Our “Hospital to Home” initiative is designed to provide housing for individuals with physical disabilities and learning disabilities and/or autism who have been residing in institutional inpatient settings.
Aligned with the Transforming Care Program (TCP) by NHS England, our efforts complement TCP’s mission to enhance health and care services, enabling a greater number of individuals to reside in their communities with appropriate support near their homes.
Charity Support
We recognise the importance of supporting local charities as another way of giving back to society and demonstrating our commitment to social responsibility. By partnering with and supporting charitable organisations, we make a meaningful difference in our local communities and beyond.
In 2023, Purpose Social Homes signed up for a 30-4-30 pledge and were one of thirty companies helping to raise funds for Lewis-Manning Hospice Care to help them continue to deliver their vital work. The Purpose team walked between four of our project sites. We raised £1500 through our generous sponsors and match-funded this amount to £3000!
Stakeholders Feedback
At the end of each project, we receive key stakeholders’ feedback and ask how likely they would be to recommend Purpose Social Homes to others.
We use the Net Promoter Score (NPS) approach to track the satisfaction of our stakeholders. Last year (2022-2023), our average NPS score was 9.2 out of 10.
Ethical impact
Purpose Social Homes is committed to upholding the highest standards of Corporate Governance. Our Board of Directors oversees a long-term business strategy and is actively engaged in ensuring that our culture reflects its commitment to integrity, trust, transparency, and inclusion. The Purpose Board is composed of a diverse group of individuals who are all leaders in their respective fields with extensive experience and deep industry sector-specific knowledge.
We believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment creates a more relevant, competitive, and resilient culture. We foster inclusivity by recognising the value, insight and perspectives that diverse colleagues bring, as well as by treating each other with respect. Everything starts with our colleagues – who we are, what we want to achieve and how. We constantly strive to foster an inclusive and safe environment, enabling our colleagues to flourish.
What is unique about us is our technical team and its raft of property and construction-related qualifications that help us understand the environmental needs of the individuals that we house, and how to deliver sustainable places for them.
Policies & procedures
All team members of Purpose Social Homes are required to adhere to our Code of Business Conduct. Our policies and procedures govern the team’s internal and external actions and interactions. All colleagues are required to follow our policies and procedures which are listed below:
- Health and Safety
- Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
- ESG
- Data Protection/GDPR
- Working From Home
- IT Systems and Communications
- Confidentiality
- Anti-Corruption & Bribery
- Anti-Harassment and Bullying
- Whistle Blowing
- Grievance Handling
Responsible Procurement
Purpose Social Homes operates on a set of fundamental values that shape and define our company and cascade throughout all our relationships between our colleagues, shareholders, clients, the communities in which we operate and serve, and our network of suppliers.
It is crucial to go beyond mere compliance with laws and regulations and instead, strive for excellence in areas such as social and environmental responsibility, ethics, and risk planning.
By actively working with our suppliers, we encourage and promote these sound practices throughout the Specialised Supported Housing Sector.
We are committed to engaging with environmentally and socially responsible suppliers. Managing a supply chain with over 100 trading partners is both a business and social imperative.