Saxon Weald

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024)

Reporting Period: 2021-2022

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:18,209 tCO2e/year (validated baseline); estimated 38,000 tCO2e/year (including gaps)

Scope 1 Emissions:268 tCO2e/year

Scope 2 Emissions:3280 tCO2e/year

Scope 3 Emissions:14662 tCO2e/year

ESG Focus Areas

Affordability and security
Building safety and quality
Resident voice
Resident Support
Placemaking
Climate change
Ecology
Resource management
Structure and governance
Board and Trustees
Staff wellbeing
Supply chain management

Environmental Achievements

92% of 82 new homes built achieved EPC B rating, 8% EPC C rating. All future homes will be designed for minimum EPC A.
Office refurbishment achieved SKA Gold rating for high standards of waste management, sustainable materials, and reduced water consumption.
Replaced 89 inefficient boilers with A-rated models.

Social Achievements

85 new homes completed in 2021/22; 128 in progress.
100% of homes meet the Decent Homes Standard.
Money Matters team helped 548 customers, resulting in £1.3 million additional income.
Launched a financial crisis fund for customers with £100,000 allocated.
Customer satisfaction average of 85.4% from April 2018 – April 2021.

Governance Achievements

Maintained highest possible rating of V1/G1 in regulatory review.
Follows the National Housing Federation Code of Governance 2020.
No adverse regulatory findings in the last 12 months.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Net zero carbon in operation for all new homes.

Medium-term Goals:

Achieve EPC rating of C or above for all properties by 2030.

Short-term Goals:

Implement Regulator for Social Housing’s new tenant satisfaction measures.

Environmental Challenges

68 gas safety checks had paperwork errors, requiring rectification and procedural changes.
91% of homes had up-to-date fire risk assessments at the end of March 2022 (100% by May 2022).
Data gaps in greenhouse gas emissions, including staff commute, business travel, and supply chain.
Lack of formal waste management strategy.
Need to develop work on good water management.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

All materials on site must be sustainably sourced; materials substituted must offer similar sustainable value.
Negotiated with estate agent for property disposals to donate £100 to local charities per sale.
Catering contractor commits to supporting two resident events a month.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

Flooding

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UN Sustainable Development Goals, National Housing Federation’s Together with Tenants charter, Housing Ombudsman complaints handling code, Considerate Contractors Scheme

Certifications: SKA Gold (office refurbishment)

Reporting Period: 2022-2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:18,209 tCO2e/year (partial data)

Scope 1 Emissions:268 tCO2e/year

Scope 2 Emissions:3000 tCO2e/year (communal and office electricity and gas)

Scope 3 Emissions:14,506 tCO2e/year

ESG Focus Areas

Affordability and security
Building safety and quality
Resident voice
Resident Support
Placemaking
Climate change
Ecology
Resource management
Structure and governance
Board and Trustees
Staff wellbeing
Supply chain management

Environmental Achievements

9% of 46 new homes completed in 2022/23 achieved EPC A rating, and 91% achieved EPC B rating.
Significant energy efficiency improvements in six bungalows (EPC E/F to EPC B).

Social Achievements

80.5% overall customer satisfaction.
£1.6 million of extra benefits raised for customers.
Supported 40 households affected by domestic abuse.
Launched first customer ‘task and finish’ group to improve repairs service.

Governance Achievements

Achieved V2/G1 rating in the most recent regulatory review.
Successfully completed an independent review of the Board’s effectiveness.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Evaluate the reality of meeting net carbon zero by 2050.

Medium-term Goals:

Build 393 homes over the next five years (2023-2028).

Short-term Goals:

All homes to meet EPC C by March 2029.

Environmental Challenges

Asset management, sustainability and development strategy delayed due to restructuring.
3% of properties do not meet the Decent Homes Standard (roof issues).
Data limitations on EPC ratings and greenhouse gas emissions.
Need to develop approach to increased risk of homes overheating.

Mitigation Strategies

Additional £1m capital investment per annum (from April 2024) to meet EPC targets.
Gathering and saving more accurate EPC data.
Carrying out a new energy performance assessment as work is done to improve energy efficiency.
Evaluating the reality of meeting net carbon zero by 2050 and starting decarbonisation through existing programmed maintenance work.
Increased number of surveyors to assess overheating risk.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

Focus on local contractors for grounds maintenance and other services.
Employer’s Requirement encouraging improved waste management.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

Flooding

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UN Sustainable Development Goals, National Housing Federation’s Together with Tenants charter

Reporting Period: 2023-2024

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:17,862 tCO2e/year

Scope 1 Emissions:513 tCO2e/year

Scope 2 Emissions:630 tCO2e/year

Scope 3 Emissions:14,506 tCO2e/year

ESG Focus Areas

Climate Change
Ecology
Resource Management
Affordability and Security
Building Safety and Quality
Resident Voice
Resident Support
Placemaking
Structure and Governance
Board and Trustees
Staff Wellbeing
Supply Chain Management

Environmental Achievements

All 101 new homes completed in 2023-24 achieved EPC B rating.
Invested £1.54m to improve the SAP rating for homes and improve energy efficiency (including heating systems, insulation, structural works).
100% of homes meet the Decent Homes Standard.

Social Achievements

Overall customer satisfaction was 80%, 10% above the sector benchmark.
Money Matters team generated an additional £1.9 million in extra income for customers.
Supported 17 domestic abuse cases and 8 customers with moving.

Governance Achievements

Achieved a G1/V2/C2 regulatory rating.
Follows the National Housing Federation Code of Governance 2020.
40% of board members are women.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Reach Net Zero Carbon by 2050.

Short-term Goals:

Ensure all homes meet EPC-C by March 2029.

Environmental Challenges

Around half of existing properties need investment to reach EPC C rating.
Managing the impact of high energy costs on residents.
Addressing damp and mould issues.

Mitigation Strategies

Set aside £57m to invest in properties over the next five years to improve energy efficiency.
Regularly offers advice to customers on energy saving and best energy deals.
Reviewed and enhanced damp and mould policy, established a dedicated response team, and undertook remedial work.