Our ESG Policy
Sustainability is not an afterthought at Eden. It is embedded in every decision we make and every development we deliver.
ENVIRONMENTAL · SOCIAL · GOVERNANCE
Our Commitment
Eden’s ESG Philosophy
Eden is committed to delivering regeneration and residential development that creates long term environmental, social, and economic value. Our ESG approach is embedded across the full development lifecycle — from site acquisition and design through to delivery and long-term operation.
Environmental Responsibility
Sustainable Regeneration
- Reuse and repurpose existing buildings to reduce embodied carbon
- Retain and enhance heritage and urban assets where viable
- Minimise demolition and construction waste
Efficient Design & Construction
- Promote energy-efficient building design and operational performance
- Incorporate sustainable materials where practicable
- Optimise building layouts for long-term efficiency
Resource & Waste Management
- Reduce waste during construction through responsible procurement
- Encourage recycling and reuse of materials
- Work with contractors aligned to environmental best practice
Climate & Long-Term Performance
- Design schemes with resilience and adaptability
- Align development with evolving environmental regulations
- Support lower-carbon living environments
Social Impact
Addressing Housing Need
- Deliver housing aligned to local authority priorities
- Provide a mix of residential, supported, and later living accommodation
- Reduce reliance on temporary and unsuitable housing
Community Integration
- Revitalise underutilised buildings
- Support high streets and urban centres
- Design developments that enhance existing communities
Local Economic Impact
- Engage local contractors and suppliers
- Support regional supply chains
- Contribute to job creation
Employment & Skills
- Create employment opportunities across phases
- Support training and apprenticeship pathways
- Promote safe, inclusive, fair working environments
Health & Wellbeing
- Deliver high-quality living environments
- Incorporate communal and care-aligned spaces
- Ensure developments are safe and accessible
Governance & Ethics
Responsible Development
- Ensure projects are viable and deliverable
- Maintain oversight across planning, funding, delivery
- Operate with a delivery-led approach
Partnership & Collaboration
- Work transparently with authorities and partners
- Structure joint ventures with shared objectives
- Maintain clear communication and accountability
Compliance & Risk Management
- Comply with legal, regulatory, and planning requirements
- Implement strong financial controls
- Proactively manage risks
Ethical Business Practices
- Conduct business with integrity and fairness
- Promote responsible procurement
- Avoid conflicts of interest
Accountability
Delivery & Accountability
We believe that ESG is not just a policy but a fundamental part of our delivery model.
- ESG embedded from acquisition through completion
- Projects assessed against environmental, social, and viability outcomes
- Work with partners committed to responsible development
- Continuous improvement through review and best practice
Our Strategic Focus
Eden's Approach
ESG is fundamental to Eden's delivery model, aligning environmental responsibility, social value, and governance with a delivery-led approach.
Geographic Focus
- South-East: senior living in supply-constrained markets
- Midlands: regeneration-led housing in areas of acute need
Delivery Advantage
- Strong local authority support
- Faster planning pathways
- Reduced programme risk
- Rapid mobilisation
Housing Delivery
- Residential living in undersupplied markets
- Supported accommodation including Senior Living
- Mixed-tenure schemes aligned to local need
Economic & Social Impact
- Engage local contractors and supply chains
- Drive job creation and skills development
- Support apprenticeship pathways
Sustainable Development
- Reuse and regeneration of existing buildings
- Efficient design and asset performance
- Alignment with sustainability priorities
Community Integration
- Activate underutilised buildings
- Support local economies and high streets
- Create high-quality living environments