Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is the foundation of how Tilbury Douglas delivers building a better future together. We work with our customers, colleagues and supply chain partners to reduce carbon, create lasting social value and deliver responsibly governed projects across the UK.
Our ESG strategy turns these commitments into measurable action across our business and every project we deliver.
Our ESG approach
At Tilbury Douglas, building a better future together is at the heart of everything we do.
Our ESG strategy shapes the way we deliver projects, support our people, strengthen communities and protect the environment. It helps us make responsible decisions, measure our impact and create lasting value for our customers, colleagues, supply chain partners and the communities where we work.
We have set clear ambitions and measurable targets to improve our environmental performance, create positive social impact and maintain the highest standards of governance.
By embedding ESG throughout our business, we ensure sustainability is considered in every decision and every project.
Our ESG strategy is overseen by the Tilbury Douglas Board, demonstrating our commitment to strong leadership, accountability and continuous improvement.
Supporting the Board is our dedicated ESG Committee, led by our ESG Director and made up of senior representatives from our operating divisions and corporate services. Working together, the Committee provides strategic direction, monitors progress against our ESG objectives and drives collaboration across the business to ensure we continue building a better future together.
Ethical business and human rights
Modern slavery assessment – Tilbury Douglas Read more
Modern slavery and labour exploitation statement and awareness in supply chain Read more
Compliance to Fair Payment Code Read more
Customer satisfaction score Read more
People
Diversity and inclusion Read more
Professional body memberships Read more
Early careers Read more
External accreditation
External accreditations (ISO/PAS/BS) held by the business Read more
Internal assurance and audit
Internal business assurance and audit programme in place Read more
Nature
Biodiversity net gain (BNG) on all applicable projects (BNG should apply to all projects that require planning permission) Read more
Responsible construction
Supply chain carbon reduction plans (CRPs) Read more
Climate
Ours: Net zero in operation – continue to be carbon neutral in line with PPN06/21 Read more
Client’s: Embodied carbon assessments Read more
Resource efficiency
Waste Read more
- Environmental
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The Environmental pillar of our ESG strategy reflects our commitment to protecting the environment and delivering more sustainable outcomes across every stage of our projects.
We are reducing our environmental impact through carbon reduction, biodiversity enhancement, responsible resource management and sustainable procurement. Our ambition is to achieve net zero in our operations by 2040, while supporting our customers in reducing the carbon impact of the built environment.We are committed to delivering at least 10% biodiversity net gain, embedding ecological considerations from design through to project completion to leave a lasting positive legacy for nature. Working closely with our supply chain, we promote responsible sourcing, lower carbon materials and circular economy principles to reduce waste, increase resource efficiency and work towards zero waste to landfill.
By combining innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement, we are helping to create a more sustainable built environment while building a better future together.
- Social
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The Social pillar of our ESG strategy reflects our commitment to creating opportunities for our people, supporting local communities and delivering lasting social value.
Our approach focuses on improving social mobility, strengthening local economies and creating a more diverse and inclusive construction industry. Through apprenticeships, graduate programmes and structured development opportunities, we continue to invest in future talent and maintain our commitment to The 5% Club, achieving platinum membership in 2025.
Working alongside customers, supply chain partners, schools, colleges and community organisations, we create employment, skills and volunteering opportunities that respond to local need. Our Better Together programme promotes equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, while our social value strategy helps us measure and report the positive impact we create for people, communities and the economy.
Together, these initiatives ensure we leave a legacy that extends well beyond the projects we deliver.
- Governance
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The Governance pillar of our ESG strategy ensures we operate responsibly, ethically and transparently, providing strong leadership and accountability across our business.
Our ESG strategy is overseen by the Tilbury Douglas Board and supported by our dedicated ESG Committee, bringing together senior leaders from across the business to drive performance, monitor progress and embed ESG into decision making. Clear governance structures, delegated responsibilities and measurable objectives ensure our commitments are delivered consistently across every project and business function.
Supported by our Integrated Management System, robust assurance processes and recognised external accreditations, we continually monitor performance, manage risk and identify opportunities for improvement. This approach enables us to maintain the highest standards of corporate governance while creating long term value for our customers, people and communities.
Our ESG strategy aligns with the
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Social value
Social return on investment (SROI) Read more
Local supply chain spend Read more
Small to medium enterprise (SME) spend Read more
Voluntary, charity, social enterprise (VCSE) engagement & support Read more