governance, reporting and measurement
Wates’ CR strategy is led and monitored by the Group Executive Committee. It is this strategic direction combined with empowerment at business level that ensures CR activity is integrated throughout the entire Company.
The Business in the Community CSR Index has been our key measure since 2003 and helps us assess how well we are integrating corporate responsibility into our core business processes. In 2010 we were the first construction company to be awarded Platinum status in the Construction and Building Services sector of the Index.
Wates Internal Audit Team is responsible for assuring that our internal CR processes and audits are robust and that we have in place the right systems and processes to deliver our business responsibly.
Our CR performance metrics are also reviewed by independent organisations as appropriate. For example, BM Trada independently certifies that our Environmental Management System (EMS) complies with ISO 140001.
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transforming communities
Since 2007, we have focused on building sustainable communities through raising skills and creating employment opportunities.
eliminating waste
In 2010 more than 30% of our sites diverted 99% or more waste from landfill and, as a Group, we diverted 95% of non-hazardous waste from landfill.
reducing climate change
Our commitment to reducing CO2 emissions is twofold: we work with customers and industry partners to identify new technologies and techniques for low-carbon construction and we commit to reduce the carbon emissions from Wates’ operations.
sourcing responsibly
Responsible sourcing underpins both waste management and low carbon business.
view CR report 2010
