StoryFutures, Royal Holloway, University of London
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (July 2023 to January 2024)
Reporting Period: July 2023 to January 2024
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Wellbeing
- Community Engagement
- Accessibility
Social Achievements
- Successfully piloted Soul Paint VR application in Maidenhead Library, engaging a diverse audience and demonstrating positive impact on wellbeing.
- Established innovative partnerships between creative industries, healthcare, and local authorities.
- Improved competencies and abilities within library teams and social prescribers through training.
- Soul Paint premiered at SXSW and won the XR Experience Special Jury Award.
Governance Achievements
- Developed and tested a new innovation pipeline for XR in health and wellbeing solutions.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Navigating the complex network of health and community stakeholders.
- Addressing the chasm between creative industries and healthcare.
- Ensuring accessibility and inclusivity of XR experiences.
- Gathering robust evidence and data to support the value of XR in health.
Mitigation Strategies
- Created a collaborative innovation pipeline.
- Developed training programs for staff and stakeholders.
- Conducted audience research to inform design and implementation.
- Developed a five-case business model to demonstrate value proposition.
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
The ConnectXR project aimed to improve health and wellbeing, reduce health inequalities through community engagement, and leverage community assets for sustainable healthcare solutions.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Soul Paint VR application
Awards & Recognition
- SXSW XR Experience Special Jury Award