ESG

At Cleveland, we understand the importance of integrating sustainability, social responsibility, and robust governance into every aspect of our business.

Since the launch of Cleveland Group, we’ve considered all areas across the organisation and set achievable and purposeful targets for improving environmental sustainability.

As we continue to map out our net zero strategy, take a look at what we have already achieved and what actions we are taking to improve our ESG, becoming both a supplier and employer of choice.

  • 2,000+

    2,000+

    trees planted since 2022

  • 71,000

    71,000

    acres of the Amazon rainforest protected

  • 100%

    100%

    renewable energy used at our headquarters

  • 99%

    99%

    waste recycled or diverted from landfill

Environmental

Cleveland is a committed member of the SME Climate Hub and the Supply Chain Sustainability School. These memberships provide us with knowledge and guidance on how to enhance our sustainability performance across our supply chain, reduce our environmental footprint, and contribute to a more sustainable construction industry.

To remain a carbon neutral business, we focus on offsetting carbon by investing into biodiversity schemes. Partnering with Sustainable Advantage, we protected over 71,000 acres of the Amazon rainforest by supporting the Maisa REDD+ Project in Brazil with our carbon credits in 2023. Since 2022, we have planted over 2,000 trees in total at reforestation projects across the globe, through the climate action platform Ecologi.

Since the start of 2024, from the 123 tonnes of waste we've generated, 90 tonnes of materials have been recycled, and 32 tonnes of waste has been diverted from landfill. We use 100% renewable energy sources at our headquarters and have solar panels at our Middlesbrough depot. We also ensure that all company cars are electric or hybrid.

Each step brings us closer to our ESG goals, and helps us to become a more responsible, eco-conscious company.

Social

Cleveland is proud to be an official living wage employer. The real living wage is the only UK wage rate based on the cost of living. Voluntarily paid, it's funded by businesses who believe that their staff deserve a fair wage rather than the minimum.

Further demonstrating our support of employees, we have received the ‘We Invest in People’ Accreditation from Investors in People. This recognition highlights our commitment to prioritising our staff and staying true to one of our six values - ‘We’re People, People’. It emphasises the importance we place on having a positive workplace culture, supporting continuous training and development, and promoting the overall well-being of our employees.

Each year, our employees select a different charity to support, as a way of giving back. Our charity committee plans and hosts multiple fundraising events throughout the year, to raise vital funds for communities and charitable organisations.

Governance

Cleveland has worked closely with suppliers, insurance companies and industry bodies to create a fleet of site accommodation units that we believe are a gold standard within JCoP (Joint Code of Practice) fire regulations.

Our Cleveland Hire units are also EPC “B” rated, offering outstanding energy efficiency and eco-friendly features, which saves hundreds of pounds per year in running costs, compared to a standard specification. Recent reviews of our modular building projects have achieved an A-rating for energy performance.

We’ve ensured that our Cleveland Modular range and Cleveland Hire fleet of anti-vandal units do not compromise when it comes to fire safety legislation and fully comply with JCoP 10.1, for 100% site insurance peace of mind.