(ESG)

Environmental, Social & Governance

Hemsley strives to be a good corporate citizen and we know we have a responsibility to support the development of a sustainable and prosperous society. We work hard to build sustainable, equitable, healthy, and diverse communities through our provision of learning and development solutions combined with strong environmental, social, and governance performance. This commitment informs every aspect of our business, including how we design and build new projects, operate our portfolio, and collaborate with stakeholders.

 
Environmental

Growing Together: Our Uganda Forest Initiative

In partnership with the Carbon Neutral Group, Hemsley Fraser has planted 210 trees in Uganda, with an additional 500 trees ready to be planted on behalf of our clients. This initiative supports local biodiversity, creates employment opportunities, and contributes to our carbon offsetting goals.

Our Impact
  • 700+ trees for our forest
  • Supporting local communities
  • Enhancing biodiversity
  • Contributing to global reforestation
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Social

Community Art Project: Transforming Spaces

In a recent initiative, our team led by Kirsty Obbard transformed a 110m playground wall in Hastings into a vibrant mural. Working with the school council and students, we created an interactive space that encourages creative play. This project, involving 40 paint brushes and enthusiastic volunteers, demonstrates our commitment to bringing positive change to local communities through meaningful engagement.
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Emissions Transparency

We're actively addressing our environmental impact through targeted analysis of our highest-emission departments. A detailed case study will highlight areas such as digital infrastructure, office operations, and business travel, helping us design effective strategies to reduce our carbon footprint and make meaningful progress toward greater environmental responsibility.

Living Wage

As a proud member of the Living Wage Foundation and an Investors in People accredited organisation, Hemsley Fraser demonstrates our commitment to fair pay and professional growth. We make sure all employees receive wages that reflect real living costs, going beyond the minimum to support financial well-being.

Our ESG approach

Our goal is to integrate ESG into our operations and we do this by structuring our efforts around 7 core areas based on their relevance to our business and alignment with our values and culture.
  • Embracing our commitment to environmental sustainability by minimizing carbon footprint
  • Conserving resources, and reducing waste generation
  • Implementing renewable energy sources, adopting eco-friendly practices in operations, and investing in technologies that mitigate environmental impact.