Not-for-profit housing provider, Orbit, has released an updated Sustainability Strategy to ensure it can maximise its impact in meeting people’s needs now and in the future, to secure a sustainable future for all.
Developed in partnership with its customers and colleagues, Orbit’s revised Sustainability Strategy renews its commitment to environmental responsibility, social value, and placing customer wellbeing at the heart of its operations.
As part of the update, Orbit has aligned its Sustainability Strategy with its 2030 Strategy to ensure it remains firmly focused on its ambition to provide amongst the best customer experience of any housing association in the country. This includes effectively supporting its customers in the transition to net zero, playing its part in the global response to climate change, and creating environments where people and nature can thrive.
Afzal Ismail, Chief Regulatory and Governance Officer and Chair of Orbit’s Sustainability Steering Group, comments: “Since we launched our Sustainability Strategy in 2023, much has changed. Globally, we face a mounting climate emergency with rising greenhouse gas emissions, record breaking temperatures and lower rainfall, and within the UK, the cost-of-living and housing crises remain very real.
“One thing hasn’t changed though. Sustainability remains a core part of who we are at Orbit, and we are committed to playing our part in driving towards a future that is both socially responsible and environmentally conscious.
“We understand that the impact of our work extends beyond the walls of our homes and recognise we must be agile in our approach if we are to maximise the progress we can make both for our customers and society as a whole. We’ve therefore also revised our targets in some areas, where we have either already exceeded the targets set or to better align with our 2030 Strategy and the journey of positive improvement we are on.”
Orbit’s updated Sustainability Strategy follows the recent launch of its refreshed Orbit to Zero: Net Zero Carbon Roadmap and new Zero Waste Approach. Orbit is also continuing to deliver against its Biodiversity Approach, which makes a commitment to the Global Biodiversity Framework’s 30 by 30 target, as well as its commitment to delivering £100 million in social value by 2025.
To download a copy of Orbit’s updated Sustainability Strategy, visit: www.orbitgroup.org.uk/sustainability/