Fruit and Veg Garden – sustainable food production

The Washwood Heath Health and Wellbeing Centre project installed a fruit and vegetable garden to promote sustainable food production and encourage a stronger connection between staff and nature whilst addressing the need for accessible fresh produce, workplace well-being, and green spaces.

Biodiversity enhancement in action

The initiative focused on making comprehensive biodiversity enhancements at 7 UK solar farms through habitat enhancements like wildflower meadows, hedgerows, and wildlife shelters. This resulted in a Biodiversity Net Gain above 10%, exceeding targets and demonstrating measurable ecological improvement.

“Jab not stab” crime-prevention initiative

Prendergast Ladywell Fields School, part of Lewisham Schools, introduced the ‘Jab Not Stab’ initiative, to support underprivileged students at risk of gang involvement and knife crime. The program provides boxing training, mentorship, and education on the dangers of knife crime. It aims to build discipline, self-confidence, and resilience among students.

On-site food production and waste recycling

The MPA Firearms Training Facility installed a rocket composter, EV chargers, herb and vegetable garden, and beehives on-site. These initiatives resulted in removal of food waste, GHG emissions reduction, and on-site production of honey and organic, fresh produce, promoting sustainability, efficiency and self-sufficiency.

Municipal water bank to address water shortages

The project company helped construct a Municipal Water Bank (BAMA) to address water shortages being experienced in La Calera, Colombia, which is exacerbated by urban growth and increased demand. Operational since 2024, the BAMA collects and stores rainwater for multiple uses, improving the municipality’s ability to handle droughts and forest fires.

Technology enabled food donation

RSME, through their subcontractor ESS Defence, started utilising the Olio app to donate surplus food to local households, which helps them reduce waste and support vulnerable families. The initiative addresses food poverty and promotes community engagement.

Support of Salford City Football Club

St. Ambrose RC High School, part of Salford & Wigan schools, saw an opportunity to allow Salford City Football Club to use their facilities to support local sports, offering equipment and access that benefited children and teams, emphasising the value of supporting grassroots sports and community engagement.

Book vending machine in primary school

Moorside Primary School, part of Salford & Wigan schools, installed a book vending machine to reward pupils for good behaviour, attendance, and attitude while encouraging reading and writing skills among students.

Neurodiversity employment initiative

The initiative provides tailored employment opportunities for neurodiverse individuals through collaboration with local autism charities to create a supportive work environment – improving employment rates for neurodiverse individuals and promoting workplace inclusion.