Sustainable Development Policy

Our Sustainable Development Policy focuses on corporate sustainability in five main areas: environment; health and safety; employees; business partners; and local communities.

Objectives of the policy:

• Long-term value creation depends on the sustainable development of our business and the communities in which we operate
• We wish to excel as corporate citizens

Our policy:

• Industry leadership: We will work with others to promote sustainable development in the property industry
• Business operations: We will meet or exceed all legal requirements and:
  • Be a good steward of the natural resources and biodiversity under our influence and ensure that all potential adverse impacts our operations might have on the environment are identified and appropriately managed
  • Operate as far as is reasonably practicable in a manner which safeguards the health and safety of all our stakeholders
  • Strive to be an employer of choice by providing an environment in which all employees are treated fairly and with respect and can realise their full potential
  • Favour suppliers and contractors who promote sustainable development and encourage our customers to use of our products and services responsibly
  • Promote good relationships with the communities of which we are a part, and enhance their capabilities while respecting their culture and heritage

Making it happen:

• We will encourage and empower our staff to be proactive on sustainable development matters both at work and in the community
• We will encourage our suppliers to implement similar policies
• We will monitor our performance and report our progress regularly
• We will review this policy periodically, having regard in particular to stakeholder dialogues